DaVinci Gala 2024

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DaVinci Gala 2024

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Da Vinci Gala 2024 Online Auction

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101 Lehigh Ave. Cape May Point, NJ 08212


#1 - Great-Blue Heron Archival Print item
#1 - Great-Blue Heron Archival Print
$50

Starting bid

This 11" x 14" framed print depicts one of the local marsh's most iconic birds, the Great-blue Heron. This archival print of the mixed media original was created by Asheville, NC artist Kate Coleman. Kate's original paintings are created by layering illustrations from vintage field guides and maps making her paintings both compositionally striking and uniquely informative. Can be shipped at winner's expense
#2 - Handmade Bird-themed Quilt item
#2 - Handmade Bird-themed Quilt
$125

Starting bid

Featuring unique fabric by artist, Rachel Hauer, this handmade quilt in rich autumn tones was created by local quilter Dale Watson of Painted Lady Quilts. It measures 62" x 44" and is backed with a soft plaid flannel to make it the perfect throw for relaxing on the porch watching for fall migrants. Can be shipped at winner's expense
#3 - Hummingbird Photograph Print item
#3 - Hummingbird Photograph Print
$40

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This 11" x 14" matted and gold framed giclee print of a Ruby-throated hummingbird dining on the sweet nectar of Monarda didyma (red bee balm) was created from a photograph taken in West Virginia by biologist and naturalist, Raul Zabala Belenguer. Can be shipped at winner's expense
#4 - Morning with Monarchs item
#4 - Morning with Monarchs item
#4 - Morning with Monarchs
$75

Starting bid

Wake up and enjoy your morning coffee in this one-of-a-kind Sgraffito monarch butterfly mug created by potter Debbie Griffith of Second Nature Ceramics from Montpelier, VA. This mug will be coupled with a Dean's Beans Gift Bundle including a 1 lb bag of Dean’s Beans fair trade, bird-friendly coffee, Migration Celebration, a Dean's Beans T-shirt, as well as bumper and other stickers just in time for the fall migration of these winged wonders! Can be shipped at winner's expense
#5 - "Harbor Bay Sunrise" original oil painting item
#5 - "Harbor Bay Sunrise" original oil painting
$150

Starting bid

A beautiful original framed 8" x 10" oil painting by local West Cape May artist, Tom Pryor. Can be shipped at winner's expense
#6 - "The Student" Giclee Print item
#6 - "The Student" Giclee Print
$200

Starting bid

A certified, framed giclee print of an original oil painting by Cape May artist, Susan Carlowicz. This special piece measures 18.25" x 22.25" PLEASE NOTE: Local pick up only!
#7 - Wild About Whales! item
#7 - Wild About Whales! item
#7 - Wild About Whales!
$125

Starting bid

Add some whimsy to your kitchen with this fanciful berry bowl in the shape of a humpback whale! Hand-crafted by California ceramic artist Hitomi Aihara of Umi Goods Ceramics, this one-of-a-kind piece measuring 14" long, 8.5" in diameter and 5" deep is ready to hold your freshest fruit. Then use your $100 gift certificate from the Cape May Whale Watch and Research Center to take a 3 hr whale, dolphin and seabird watching cruise for two people aboard the American Star and, with luck, see a REAL humpback whale! (no expiration date) Package can be shipped at winner's expense (approx. $60)
#8 - Horseshoe Crab Tail Necklace item
#8 - Horseshoe Crab Tail Necklace
$50

Starting bid

The Mini Crab Tail Necklace by jewelry artist Hali MacLaren of HKM Jewelry is made from a molded and cast horseshoe crab tail in recycled sterling silver and is strung on an 18" cable chain. Can be shipped at winner's expense
#9 - Cape May Diamond Earrings item
#9 - Cape May Diamond Earrings
$50

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Wear a special piece of Cape May with these natural Cape May Diamond earrings. These dangle earrings are set in sterling silver with sterling silver hooks, and created by local artist Janet Payne of Janet Payne Jewelry. Can be shipped at winner's expense
#10 - "Silent Sunrise" Giclee Print and Sperlak Gallery Tour item
#10 - "Silent Sunrise" Giclee Print and Sperlak Gallery Tour item
#10 - "Silent Sunrise" Giclee Print and Sperlak Gallery Tour
$250

Starting bid

This 12" x 18" giclee print of a pastel original by local artist, Stan Sperlak depicts the glory of a Delaware Bay sunrise at dawn. Also enjoy a two-hour tour of The Sperlak Gallery & Sculpture Gardens at 521 Route 47 North, Cape May Court House (Goshen section) NJ 08210 conducted by Stan himself! (no expiration date) PLEASE NOTE: Local pick up only!
#11 - "Night Fishing" Mixed Media Sculpture item
#11 - "Night Fishing" Mixed Media Sculpture
$225

Starting bid

This unique mixed media piece incorporates natural materials, fine art and found objects to create a monument to a favorite Jersey Shore past time. Created by artist Steven Jones of Clayton, NJ PLEASE NOTE: Local pick up only!
#12 - Ocean-themed Decor from Whale's Tale Gallery item
#12 - Ocean-themed Decor from Whale's Tale Gallery
$90

Starting bid

This silver titanium shell-shaped bowl and these twin glass wave vases are perfect accents to decorate your beach house . The bowl measures 4" in diameter and is ~2.75" tall and the vessels measure 7" tall and 4.75" in diameter. Can be shipped at winner's expense
#13 - Nautical-themed Jewelry from Splash Gallery item
#13 - Nautical-themed Jewelry from Splash Gallery
$90

Starting bid

Wear these sterling silver lighthouse earrings and nautical knot necklace while you're out and about at the shore and be the envy of every sailor you pass! The necklace has an extender and is 8.5" at its maximum length. Can be shipped at winner's expense
#14 - Cashmere Dress Topper and Johnny Was Bag item
#14 - Cashmere Dress Topper and Johnny Was Bag
$250

Starting bid

These special items donated by Caroline Boutique are a must for your fall ensemble. The scarf-like drape is 100% cashmere and can be exchanged at the shop by September 1, 2025 for another color if desired. The Johnny Was bag is embroidered in shades of blue and white against a denim background and measures 12" high x 14" wide. Can be shipped at winner's expense
#15 - Off-season La Mer Beachfront Resort Getaway item
#15 - Off-season La Mer Beachfront Resort Getaway
$400

Starting bid

This fantastic getaway package includes a two-night stay at La Mer Beachfront Resort plus a $250 dining credit at The Pier House, their signature onsite restaurant. Not valid May 15 - Columbus Day, holiday weekends and certain special event periods as determined by management. Restrictions and black-out dates apply. Minimum stay restrictions may apply. This is one-time use only. Must be used by May 15, 2025. Room type based on availability. Reservations required.
#16 - Fun at the Cape May Washington Mall Package #1 item
#16 - Fun at the Cape May Washington Mall Package #1
$250

Starting bid

$100 gift certificate at Bath Time and a $300 gift certificate to LSL Brands (Lace Silhouettes, Sunflowers of Cape May and Cotton Company)
#17 - Beach Club overnight stay and Pier House dinner item
#17 - Beach Club overnight stay and Pier House dinner
$150

Starting bid

This overnight stay and dinner package includes a one-night stay at The Beach Club on Madison Ave. plus a $125 dining credit at The Pier House, their flagship resort's onsite restaurant. Not valid May 15 - Columbus Day, holiday weekends and certain special event periods as determined by management. Restrictions and black-out dates apply. Minimum stay restrictions may apply. This is one-time use only. Must be used by May 15, 2025. Room type based on availability. Reservations required.
#18 - Distinctive Italian Wines item
#18 - Distinctive Italian Wines
$50

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In the spirit of Leonardo himself, enjoy a magnum (150 mL) each of two different full-bodied Italian red wines. Vite Colte 'Ezzenze' Barolo di Barolo DOCG 2013 (93 pts) and Vite Colte 'La Casa in Collina' Barbaresco DOCG 2016 (91 pts). These large format bottles are perfect for sharing! PLEASE NOTE: Local pick up only!
#19 - Pretty in Pink with Little Cash & Clive item
#19 - Pretty in Pink with Little Cash & Clive
$90

Starting bid

Doll up your daughters (or granddaughters or nieces) with these two adorable floral bucket hats, kid-friendly nail polish, polish remover, hair ties and clips, bead kit, and two make-up cases. Can be shipped at winner's expense
#20 - Fun at the Cape May Washington Mall Package #2 item
#20 - Fun at the Cape May Washington Mall Package #2
$150

Starting bid

$50 gift certificate at Vagabond $100 gift certificate at Galvanic $50 to Givens and three reusable Baggu totes to hold all your treasures! (Valued at $14 each) No expiration date

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