Online Auction - The Nasatir Estate

This is our second sale of the items rescued from our warehouse after the March 3rd tornado. We are selling the items for the Administrator of the Estate of Joan Valerie Nasatir. Luckily, the boxed items had not been unpacked yet, so those items survived the tornado. We are also selling furniture, sterling silver and crystal and some very important art pieces.  

Valerie was a food writer and a restaurant reviewer and her husband Mort was in the music industry. They met in 1953 in New York and married on Christmas Eve that year. Mort started his record industry career at Decca Records, later becoming Presidents of MGM Records, NARAS (Grammy's) and publisher of BILLBOARD Magazine. Mort and Valerie acquired some very nice items and we are pleased to conduct this online auction. 

This auction ended June 10, 2020

Works From the Private Collection of Paul Harmon Auction

Important message from Patti Baldini: Our building was destroyed by  the devastating tornado on March 3rd. However, over the course of the next 6 days, we managed to save quite a few key pieces of the artwork in this auction including the Bald Eagle painting signed by the seven astronauts of the Columbia. 

Franklin, Tennessee native Paul Harmon has hired us to sell art works from his private collection. Harmon is a Tennessee treasure with works on display across the world.

Our most prominent artwork piece is an original acrylic on paper. In 2003, before the launch of the ill-fated Columbia STS-107, Paul Harmon was asked to create an art image to commemorate the mission. We are selling the original and historic rare painting all of the astronauts signed before the Columbia disaster on February 1, 2003. This is an important offering not only because of its historic significance, but also because it survived the tornado. 

Perhaps Paul said it best:

 "My work is a personal journal of my life. It is therefore both serious and frivolous. Joyous and melancholic. Spiritual and erotic. The continuity is in the fact that it tracks a real life" 

You can find his books Crossing Borders and Inner Voices online. We are selling an autographed copy of each book in our auction, which also survived!

Auction Ended May 6, 2020

Nashville Tornado - March 3, 2020

The Nashville tornado was devastating and unforgiving for so many families and businesses across the Middle Tennessee area. Baldini Auction Company was no exception. Our building was hit by an EF3 tornado and was a complete loss; however, we’re very lucky no-one was in the building when the tornado hit.

Click on this link to watch the video of the destruction: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-nLL2nQfLk&feature=youtu.be

On a personal note, I felt very devastated, displaced and in disbelief. My first image of the devastation was from this video my son-in-law shot. I was in shock. Other than my wonderful and loving family who will always come first, my business is my life-blood. I was completely humbled by all of the love and support from my customers, clients, friends and auction family who reached out to see if I needed help.

As soon as we could access the property, I took two of my fellow auctioneers, James and his son Joe Spencer along with Richard who works for a dear past client, to the site. These men were tossing cinder blocks like I toss sticks and they never complained. They were truly my super heroes and I can’t thank them enough. Even through my tears they kept my spirits high. After some time, they created a walkway for me so I could safely navigate the area and identify salvageable items. We did manage to save some important files and some other items belonging to other consignors. We drove away with three truckloads and called it a good day.

The next day, my girl squad of Marie, Mary Francis and Cyndi rescued more items. I couldn’t keep them away and I am thankful for their persistence and hard work. We safely rescued more items I never thought I would see again. To read the blog post about this event, go to our Auctionville Blog tab, or click here. 

January 2020 Winter Estates Auction

We are so excited about our first auction of 2020! We will be selling over 350 lots of items from several Nashville Estates in our new Winter Auction. The items are very diverse and there is truly something for everyone. And you know the best part...All items sell to the highest bidder, regardless of price! 

The auction includes many unique and one-of-a-kind items including two rare custom made electric guitars; Virgil Mandanici's "Silver Willow" and Teye's "Coyote - Brand of Gypsys". I had the opportunity to speak with both creators of these amazing guitars. If you have ever wanted to purchase something no-one else on the planet has, this is your opportunity. These guitars are true works of art! You can read more information about these guitars on our "Auctionville Blog" page or click here. You can also actually watch a video on each guitar on the item description. 

We are also selling over 150 lots of fine jewelry including two Rolex watches, diamond rings and bracelets, gold chains, pearls and even some gold coins, proof sets and original artwork. There are electronic music equipment power boosters, amps and mixing boards, furniture and so much more! 

Join us for our New Year's Open House in conjunction with our inspection on Friday, January 24th! We'd love to meet you and show you around our studio gallery. It's a great opportunity for you to see who we are and what we do.

David Scutt Estate: 70+ Firearms - Hunting Bags - Antique Clocks - Original Artwork

David was a Master Engraver and an artist of many things. We'll be selling over 70 firearms, most of which are custom engraved, along with some of his original oil paintings. There are also some beautiful handmade and engraved tomahawks made by David, and some leather hunting bags made by Jerry Fisher. We will also be selling an antique clock collection and a nice selection of ammunition.

All firearms are being stored at Guns and Leather in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Their address is 600 West Main Street. Inspection will take place at this location for all firearms. Please adhere to the inspection day and times. You can find this information in the Terms and Conditions section of the auction. All items sell to the highest bidder regardless of price!

There will be NO shipping of any firearms or ammunition, with the exception of the flintlock long guns. All firearms must be picked up in person. Please read Terms and Conditions for qualifications for purchasing firearms. There will be no exceptions to these terms. 

This Auction Ended November 6, 2019

Online Auction: Dresden, Sevres, Native American Items, Salvador Dali Art, Gorham Sterling and More!

We have over 300 lots of very diverse items in our auction this month.

Items include Sevres porcelain, Gorham sterling silver, diamond Jewelry, Native American Squash Blossom necklace, Dresden Chandelier, Salvador Dali Artwork, Sergio Bustamante Art Eggs and so much more!

Native American items inspected by appraiser as well as a Jewelry appraiser inspected most jewelry items.

Auction opens September 18th and ends October 2nd. Auction inspection Tuesday, October 1st. If you can't make inspection, call us for an appointment. 

Good Luck and Happy Bidding!

Auction Ended Wednesday, October 2nd 2019

New July Auction - Ends Wednesday, August 7th Starting at 2pm CT

We have been hired to sell items from the estate of the late Frank and Florence Wood of Dickson, along with a few other partial estates from the Middle Tennessee area. The Wood's were avid antique collectors and the family is selling the entire estate. Their Dickson home is being sold via live auction on August 3rd by Charles Woodard & Associates Auction Company. Visit www.charleswoodard.com for more information about the real estate auction.

There are over 400 lots in this auction, which include over 125 art lots, porcelain, bronze statuary, S. Kirk & Sons Repousse sterling silver set, fine writing instruments, interesting collectibles, furniture and books. The auction opens on Wednesday, July 24th and ends on Wednesday, August 7th starting at 2pm CT. Auction inspection will be held on Tuesday, August 6th from 10 to 3. If you can't make it to inspection, call us to schedule an appointment. 

To read more about the Estates we are selling and a little bit about the families CLICK HERE or go to our "Auctionville Blog" tab at the top of this page.

There is a lifetime collection in this auction! 

This Auction Ended August 7, 2019

May Collectibles Auction - Lillian Russell, Jelly Cupboard, Crocks, African Masks and More!

Our May auction features furniture including a Davis Cabinet Company Lillian Russell Bedroom Suite, Jelly Cupboard, Corner Cupboard and a Brass bed. There are several crock pieces, blue willow china, Asian export items, jewelry and African Tribal masks made for the tourist market. 

All items will sell to the highest bidder, regardless of price so make sure to browse the catalog! Inspection will be on Tuesday, May 28th and the auction will end on Wednesday, May 29th starting at 2pm.

This auction ended May 29th, 2019

April Auction Now Open - Includes Lifetime Collection From All Over The World

Our sellers are downsizing and have hired us to sell their lifetime collection from all over the world. Their collection includes hand-carved wood vessels from New Zealand and Australia, Tribal art from Africa, Hungarian Religious Icons, textiles, interesting artwork and a variety of other carved items. We are also selling items for a few other consignors which include jewelry, crockery and furniture. 

To read our latest blog post "The Story Behind The Stuff", click here or click on the Auctionville Blog tab at the top of the page.

This auction will be open for two weeks and will end on Wednesday, May 1st starting at 2pm. Inspection will be held on Tuesday, April 30th from 10 to 3. There is quite a bit to see, so make sure you come by. If you can't make it on inspection day, call us to schedule an appointment at 615-490-6849. There is a 10% Buyer's Premium.

This auction ended May 1, 2019

March Auction Open Now!

Browse our March auction catalog for some nice artwork, jewelry and furniture. We will be selling the private collection of over 60 Gil Veda original paintings along with some jewelry from a local estate and some very collectible 2005 Spirit of Nashville Prints of various iconic Nashville landmarks.

Gil Veda is a noted painter, composer and singer. Veda arrived in Nashville while  traveling as a singer. He made numerous appearances at the Ryman Auditorium, where he was the first Spanish artist to sing Country Music. His first recording was with the Jordanaires, at the historic RCA Studio B on Music Row. At the same time that he was pursuing his music, he was also developing his art. To read more about his art, visit Gilveda.com. 

This auction is open now and will end on Wednesday, March 13th. All items will sell to the highest bidder, regardless of price! Inspection will be held on Tuesday, March 12th from 11 to 1pm.