SARASOTA, FLA. — An even 300 lots comprised Helmuth Stone Gallery’s Modern, Fine Art, Glass, Antique Auction, which was conducted August 17. Featuring works by numerous well-known artists and more than 25 pieces of an Italian modern glass collection, the sale was led by an untitled abstract work by Dutch artist Willem de Kooning (1904-1997). Pencil-signed to the lower left, the oil painting, made up of mostly warm tones, was done on a copy of the Friday, January 26, 1973, issue of The New York Times. The lot was accompanied by a letter of authenticity from master printmaker Daniel Welden, who worked directly with De Kooning. With detailed provenance to multiple private collections and a February 2007 Bruun Rasmussen Auctioneers sale, the work earned $24,375, including buyer’s premium. Additional highlights from this sale will be featured in an upcoming issue.