BID HISTORY
The Estate of Lilla Cooper @BRG-Fairfield
Sale closed on
Wednesday, September 04th 2024 at 8:35 PM EST
Wednesday, September 04th 2024 at 8:35 PM EST
BRG is pleased to offer the final collection for the Estate of Lilla Cooper featuring unique and lovely jewelry pieces collected throughout her lifetime. Happy Bidding!
ABOUT LILLA COOPER
Trained in art history at Vassar, Lilla possessed an unparalleled eye for design and a deep appreciation for all things beautiful and unique. Her thriftiness drove her passion for finding an undervalued bargain. In fact, for over seven decades, she tirelessly scoured thrift stores, tag sales, and antique shops throughout the greater Fairfield County region, guided by her keen sense of value and aesthetics.
As a devoted patron of the arts, Lilla's influence extended far beyond her personal acquisitions through her efforts to foster a broader community of fellow enthusiasts. She connected with and created her own extensive network of dealers and collectors through daily scouring and outreach using the Newtown Bee’s Arts & Antiques Weekly. Additionally, her role in the 1970s and 80s as a volunteer at Fairfield University's continuing education department’s Art-with-the-Experts program (which organized student trips to New York to meet with art experts and collectors at museums and art dealerships) underscores her commitment to sharing her passion, knowledge and appreciation for the finer things in life.
Despite her remarkable accomplishments, Lilla harbored one unfulfilled dream: to open her own store. Nevertheless, Lilla's legacy is not only defined by the objects she collected but by the memories she created and the lives she touched. In fact, many of the condolence cards her family received after her death mentioned how much the senders enjoyed being in her home and her various ever-evolving collections.
ABOUT LILLA COOPER
Trained in art history at Vassar, Lilla possessed an unparalleled eye for design and a deep appreciation for all things beautiful and unique. Her thriftiness drove her passion for finding an undervalued bargain. In fact, for over seven decades, she tirelessly scoured thrift stores, tag sales, and antique shops throughout the greater Fairfield County region, guided by her keen sense of value and aesthetics.
As a devoted patron of the arts, Lilla's influence extended far beyond her personal acquisitions through her efforts to foster a broader community of fellow enthusiasts. She connected with and created her own extensive network of dealers and collectors through daily scouring and outreach using the Newtown Bee’s Arts & Antiques Weekly. Additionally, her role in the 1970s and 80s as a volunteer at Fairfield University's continuing education department’s Art-with-the-Experts program (which organized student trips to New York to meet with art experts and collectors at museums and art dealerships) underscores her commitment to sharing her passion, knowledge and appreciation for the finer things in life.
Despite her remarkable accomplishments, Lilla harbored one unfulfilled dream: to open her own store. Nevertheless, Lilla's legacy is not only defined by the objects she collected but by the memories she created and the lives she touched. In fact, many of the condolence cards her family received after her death mentioned how much the senders enjoyed being in her home and her various ever-evolving collections.
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BRG FAIRFIELD
290 Post Road
Fairfield CT 06824
Friday, 9/6, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Saturday, 9/7, 9:30 am to 1:00 pm
290 Post Road
Fairfield CT 06824
Friday, 9/6, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Saturday, 9/7, 9:30 am to 1:00 pm
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BRG BOSTON
MA AUC LICENSE #03343
318 Bear Hill Road
Waltham MA 02451
Saturday, 9/7, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
MA AUC LICENSE #03343
318 Bear Hill Road
Waltham MA 02451
Saturday, 9/7, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
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BRG GREENWICH
179 Hamilton Ave
Greenwich CT 06830
Wednesday, 9/11, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
179 Hamilton Ave
Greenwich CT 06830
Wednesday, 9/11, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
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BRG APEX
NC AUC LICENSE #10322
1009 Classic Rd
Apex NC 27539
Friday, 10/4, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Saturday, 10/5, 9:30 am to 1:00 pm
NC AUC LICENSE #10322
1009 Classic Rd
Apex NC 27539
Friday, 10/4, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Saturday, 10/5, 9:30 am to 1:00 pm
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(For Select small items inc. jewelry, coins other smaller items. Only USPS flat rate boxe are available for this service.) Transport fees may apply in addition to postage, as well as a handling charge.
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ITEMS IN THIS AUCTION
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Lot #: 81
Opera Length Glass Set Spectacle Chain, With Medana Silverplate Pocketwatch PendantClosed$52.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 82
Reed & Barton Sterling Silver Francis I Bon Bon SpoonClosed$43.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 83
Lot Of Three Striking Cultured Pearl And Cultured Freshwater Pearl Necklaces, 14k ClaspsClosed$72.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 84
Yellow Gold Filled Vintage Seed Pearl Flower And Moon Brooch, With DiamondClosed$31.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 85
Two Swill Army Quartz WatchesClosed$23.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 86
Gold Filled Vintage Purple Amethyst Drop Pendant Earrings, Finished With Screw Style BacksClosed$62.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 87
Assorted Lot Of Useful Fun Silver Plated Pieces, Including Asparagus Servers, Liquor LabelsClosed$45.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 88
Three Pairs Sterling And Turquoise Clip EarringsClosed$28.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 89
Sterling Moonstone And Jasper Pendant NecklaceClosed$87.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 90
Stylish Ciner Makeup CompactClosed$12.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 91
Lot Of Sterling, 800, 900 And Silver Plated Jewelry (49.5 Gross Dwt Sterling)Closed$67.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 92
Sterling Silver Omega Chain Necklace With Striking Chunky Purple Chalcedony PendantClosed$36.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 93
Lot Of Pretty Vintage Delicate Seed Pearl Jewelry Pieces, Including 18k Screwback EarringsClosed$46.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 94
Lot Of Assorted Vintage Gold Filled Jewelry Pieces, Including Blue Fluorite EarringsClosed$29.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 95
Sterling Sajen Carved Shell Clip EarringsClosed$18.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 96
Petite And Diamond Knot Form BroochClosed$38.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 97
Sterling And Enamel Mexician Cufflinks And Tie ClipClosed$27.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 98
Lot Of 10K & 14K Scrap JewelryClosed$235.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 99
Lot Of Assorted Handsome Sterling Jewelry Pieces, Mostly Black Onyx MotifsClosed$38.00 Winning Bid -
Lot #: 100
Lot Of Assorted Sterling Silver Earrings, Assorted Motifs And Assorted Back StylesClosed$67.00 Winning Bid