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Bid on Extraordinary Contemporary Art and Collectible Cycling Works in Support of the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)
A Guide to One of the World’s Most Coveted Luxury Icons Collecting Hermès Birkin Bags at Auction Explore rarity, craftsmanship, and investment value behind one of the most iconic handbags in the world.
As international demand for Vietnamese Modernist art continues to grow, Freeman's is launching a dedicated sale devoted to one of the most dynamic categories in the global art market.
A landmark single-owner sale celebrating a life of judicial distinction, intellectual rigor, and refined collecting.
Freeman's is honored to bring John Jacob Astor IV's Tiffany & Co.-Signed Patek Philippe pocket watch and gold Battin & Co. pencil to auction in our upcoming April 22 Watches sale.
An extremely rare and important painting by Josef Šíma, one of the most prominent Czech painters of the 20th century, has resurfaced in a notable Philadelphia collection after nearly a century.
Freeman’s is proud to present Women’s Work, a landmark Spring 2026 live auction in Philadelphia dedicated exclusively to the creative achievements of women artists in art, craft, design, jewelry, fashion and literature.
As we close out an exceptional year, Freeman’s extends its thanks to our clients and friends for their continued trust and partnership.
A Yearlong Series of Auctions, Previews, and Events Honoring the Nation’s Artistic and Cultural Legacy
Freeman’s | Hindman, a leading U.S.-based auction house for fine art, luxury, and decorative arts, announces it is rebranding the company under one historic name: Freeman’s. The rebrand is timed to coincide with the 220th anniversary of Freeman’s founding in November 1805, when Tristram B. Freeman was appointed auctioneer for the City of Philadelphia by the governor of Pennsylvania. As a new brand entity, Freeman’s unites the rich history of Philadelphia’s leading regional auction house with the legacy and expertise of Hindman Auctions in Chicago and Cowan’s Auctions in Cincinnati. The combined entities merged operations in 2024 to provide auction, appraisal, private sales, and art advisory services to private collectors, estates, and cultural institutions. With locations in 16 cities across the U.S., Freeman’s is the auction house of choice for private and estate collections valued in the $1 - 5 million range. In the first half of 2025, the company reported an impressive 9 percent year-over-year increase in total sales, while maintaining an industry-leading sell-through rate of 89% and increasing its share of new bidders to 24%. “Our focused strategy on the resilient ‘middle market’ in the auction sector has enabled our company to move from strength to strength in 2025, even as the top end of the market contracted at the global level,” said Alyssa D. Quinlan, CEO. “As we rebrand the company to Freeman’s, we recognize the expertise, regional leadership, and trusted relationships that have contributed to our collective success to date, and will continue to guide our brand’s mission and values as we enter this new era.” 220 Years Under the Hammer In celebration of Freeman’s rebrand and milestone anniversary, the company’s social media platforms will highlight a selection of extraordinary and unexpected items the firm has been entrusted to sell over the past 220 years. The series features the surprising -- decommissioned World War I battleships, Philadelphia’s 19th-century Post Office building, and a rare copy of the Declaration of Independence found in a bookshop attic -- as well as the sublime, including luminous master works by Vincent Van Gogh, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and John Singer Sargent. “Few auction houses can lay claim to such a rich legacy,” noted Quinlan. “As we lead Freeman’s into its next chapter, we plan to continue bringing art, history, and design to life, and connecting more people with exceptional objects like these for generations to come.” The new Freeman’s brand identity is being rolled out this week to its physical locations and across Freeman’s digital platforms, including an updated website, auction calendar, social media, and client communications. To experience the rebranded Freeman’s, visit freemansauction.com. Selected Auctions & Highlights Freeman’s hosts 140 auctions each year across 52 collecting categories. Among the first major collection sales and category auctions to be presented by the rebranded Freeman’s at its Philadelphia, New York City, Denver and Chicago salerooms this month are: • Old Masters and 19th Century Art (Philadelphia, Nov. 4) – A dedicated sale of a remarkable private collection, Echoes of the Past, features Old Master and 19th century paintings and drawings assembled over decades by a discerning European collector. • Western and Contemporary Native American Art (Denver, Nov. 6) – Anchored by two exemplary private collections of classic Western and Southwestern art. • American Furniture, Folk and Decorative Arts (Philadelphia, Nov. 12) - Annual fall auction led by the Marquis de Lafayette gold pocket watch dated1805. • Post-War and Contemporary Art (New York City, Nov. 14) – Featuring extraordinary contemporary explorations of classical portraiture by Kehinde Wiley, Mickalene Thomas, Alex Katz, Fritz Scholder, Andy Warhol and Gertrude Abercrombie. • European Furniture & Decorative Arts (Chicago, Dec. 10 & 12) - Two-day auction of elegant furnishings from ‘Camp Rosemary’, the home of noted philanthropist and avid gardener Posy Krehbiel. • Important Jewelry (New York, Dec. 11) –Jewelry from prominent collections and signed pieces by Bulgari, Cartier, and Tiffany & Co., to be offered alongside a collection sold to benefit Shriners Children’s Hospitals. • American Art and Pennsylvania Impressionists (Philadelphia, Dec. 7) - showcasing premier works from Proctor, Chase, Pyle, Wyeth, Bellows, the Averys, and a standout group of Pennsylvania Impressionists. Find Freeman’s complete auction calendar and schedule of exhibitions here. Freeman’s is a premier American auction house offering services in multiple categories including fine art, jewelry, design, books and manuscripts, furniture, decorative arts, antiquities, couture, and Asian works of art. With 16 regional locations nationwide, the firm provides auctions, appraisals, private sales, and art advisory services, connecting clients to the global art market. Freeman’s strives to bring art, history, and design to life by connecting people with extraordinary objects through exceptional service and expertise.
This Fall, Freeman’s | Hindman’s Impressionist and Modern Art team will hold their seasonal sale in New York for the very first time. To mark the occasion, the auction will unveil an exceptional selection of fresh-to-market works by Le Pho, Pablo Picasso, Gustave Loiseau, the brothers Jean and Raoul Dufy, and Vu Cao Dam.
Known by contemporaries as the “Queen of the Bohemian Artists,” Gertrude Abercrombie (1909-1977) was an American painter whose deeply personal symbolism and dreamlike compositions have earned her a distinctive place in 20th-century American art. A central figure in Chicago’s Hyde Park arts community, Abercrombie was closely connected with a vibrant circle of artists and musicians including Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Sarah Vaughan.
From the Estate of Carol Hardin Davis: luminous natural pearls and rare Ceylon sapphires take center stage in Important Jewelry, September 16 in Chicago. Offered alongside treasures from Cartier, Bulgari, and more, these remarkable jewels embody timeless elegance and rarity.
From the Family Behind Barneys New York The Phyllis and Fred Pressman Collection at Freeman’s This fall, Freeman’s | Hindman is honored to present The Phyllis and Fred Pressman Collection—a remarkable series of auctions celebrating the enduring legacy of two visionary tastemakers whose influence helped shape the landscape of American luxury. As the powerhouse couple behind Barneys New York, Phyllis and Fred Pressman transformed the retail experience, redefining style and sophistication for generations. Their personal collection reflects the same eye for excellence that built a fashion empire: an extraordinary assemblage of fine jewelry, American art, design objects, and decorative arts, acquired over decades and across homes in New York City, Southampton, and Palm Beach. From Bulgari and Harry Winston jewels to paintings by William Merritt Chase and Frederick Carl Frieseke, each piece tells a story of elegance, innovation, and impeccable taste. The collection will be offered across five curated auctions this fall, providing an intimate look into the Pressmans’ world of discerning beauty and refined living. Special attention will be given to the contributions of Phyllis Pressman, whose pioneering leadership and creative vision—especially as founder of Chelsea Passage—left a lasting imprint on the world of design and retail. Auction Highlights Include: Important Jewelry | September 16, Chicago Interiors: The Phyllis and Fred Pressman Collection | October 24, Online Post War and Contemporary Art | November 14, New York The Holiday Edit: Jewelry and Luxury Handbags | November 18, Chicago American Art and Pennsylvania Impressionists | December 7, Philadelphia