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The Fontainebleau Associations
Écoles d'Art Américaines de Fontainebleau
BENEFIT CONCERT & AUCTION
Hosted by Midge Woolsey
Honoring Jennifer Jahn
Marion Tournon-Branly Prize Recipient Daniel Libeskind
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
The Harmonie Club, 4 East 60th Street, NYC
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
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I request that members of the Fontainebleau Associations enter bids on the following lots up to the maximum price I
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To allow time for processing, absentee bids should be received at least 24 hours before the auction begins. Bids may
be emailed to [email protected]. All bids will be confirmed. If you not receive a confirmation, please resubmit your
bid(s) or contact Jennifer Jahn at 201-394-6007.
Thank you for bidding!
AUCTION COMMITTEE
Piers Davies, Guest Auctioneer
Therese Casadesus Rawson, Fontainebleau Associations President
Livia Aguilar
Debbie Carter
Eugenia Choi
Catherine Delloye
Linda D’Onofrio
Sylvia Golden
Jennifer Jahn
Joseph Kerr
Julie Lee
Mitchell Levy
James McCullar
Caroline Nagy
Armand Pohan
Stephanie Robles
Nicholas Stanos
Valerie Stanos
Anthony Tappe
AUCTION REGULATIONS
Auction purchases are tax-deductible for the amount that the purchase price exceeds the fair market value of the
item. Valuations are provided by the donors and do not reflect an independent appraisal. Following the event, each
purchaser will be sent a letter for tax reporting purposes.
Fontainebleau Associations assumes no risk, liability, or responsibility for any of the items included in the Auction,
and is not liable for any occurrence resulting from the use of the items. Fontainebleau Associations is not liable and
no exchange or refund will be offered for events cancelled or rescheduled. Unless otherwise specified, all items must
be used by November 13, 2015. Unless otherwise specified, dates and times are to be determined at the mutual
convenience of donor and purchaser.
All sales are final; purchasers may not ask for exchanges or refunds from either Fontainebleau Associations or the
donor. Please read the specifications and limitations in each lot description carefully. Payment for all Auction items
may be made by cash or check made payable to Fontainebleau Associations.
AUCTION
On Wednesday, October 28, the Auction will open at 6:30 pm and conclude at the end of the dinner portion. Bids, in
increments of $50, are entered by signing the bid sheet for the corresponding lot. Please note that on lots valued at
$1,000-$1,999, bidding will be in increments of $100, and for those valued at $2,000+, the bidding will be in
increments of $250. The winning bid is the highest bid above the minimum bid submitted before the close of the
Auction.
Winners will be announced at on the evening of the Gala. Winners must make arrangements to pay for and pick up
their items at the event or by October 30, 2015. Items not paid for by October 30th will be offered to the runner-up
bidder. If an item is not purchased by a runner-up bidder, the item remains the financial responsibility of the original
winner. Please call Jennifer Jahn, Gala Co-Chair, with any questions at 201-394-6007.
LIVE AUCTION LOTS
1. A Week in Fontainebleau
Come to where it is all happening! Meet the Music and Fine Arts students and faculty, audit
the lessons, master classes, lectures, and attend the concerts and field trips. You and your
companion will stay right in the center of town at the lovely Napoleon Hotel for six nights,
close to the Chateau (breakfast is included). Paris is just a gorgeous 45-minute train ride
from Fontainebleau.
Value: $3,000
Minimum Bid: $1,500
Donated by: The Napoleon Hotel; The Fontainebleau Associations
2. A Week in Paris
Stay in a fabulous five-room apartment in the Seventh Arrondissement for one week
this spring or fall. The seventh is the most prized arrondissement of the city, on the
left bank and surrounded by fine restaurants, intimate bistros, and exclusive
boutiques. This elegant apartment (two bedrooms/two baths) in a quiet residential
neighborhood is near the Invalides and down the street from the Musée d’Orsay.
Value: $5,000
Minimum Bid: $3,000
Donated by: David and Therese Rawson
3. Private Dinner for Eight Prepared by David Rosengarten
David Rosengarten—author of The Dean & DeLuca Cookbook, host of 2,500 shows on
The Food Network, and editor of The Rosengarten Report—will prepare a dinner for a
party of eight (8) guests in Fontainebleau Board member Sylvia Golden’s elegant Upper
East Side townhouse. Dinner will be preceded, if you desire, by a cooking class for all or
part of your party where you will learn about both ingredients and techniques. Since
David is the author of Red Wine with Fish, a seminal work on matching wine with food,
you can count on excellent food and wine pairings. Your choice of menu theme: a Spanish
regional dinner, an Indian regional dinner, or an Italian regional dinner. Food and wine
included. Restrictions: Must take place at Fontainebleau Board member Sylvia Golden’s
town house on a mutually agreed up on date.
Value: Priceless
Minimum Bid: $1,500
Donated by: David Rosengarten with wines by Sylvia Golden
4. Paradise Village Beach Resort and Spa
A beautiful Puerto Vallarte ocean-view two bedroom, two-bath and kitchen apartment
offered between January 23rd and January 30th, 2016. The unit has two king beds and a
queen sleeper (sleeps 6). There is some flexibility with the dates. This magnificent fivestar resort is located in a 147-acre peninsula overlooking the sea and surrounded by a
fabulous marina and a spectacular golf course featuring an architectural design inspired
by the ancient and rich Mayan culture. The development is just 15 minutes from the
Puerto Vallarta International Airport.
Value: $4,500
Minimum Bid: $1,500
Donated by: Jean and Charles Wood
5. An Evening of Cocktail Music with Fontainebleau Kingpin Joe Kerr
“Caustically funny…” hails Stephen Holden, The New York Times
“Superfine pianist…” writes The Village Voice
Bid on a memorable evening of cocktail music with our own Joe Kerr! With Joe at the piano,
your next gathering is sure to be a hit as he charms you with his style, wit, and provocative
songs. Born and raised in San Antonio, Texas, he studied composition at Fontainebleau with
Nadia Boulanger and is currently the Program Director of the Conservatoire Américain. He
has written songs for BBC radio, National Lampoon, and Sesame Street, and performs in New
York at such diverse venues as The Knitting Factory, The Rodeo Bar, BAMCafe, and The
Neue Galerie. This is surely to be a night to remember!
Value: Priceless
Minimum Bid: $300
Donated by: Joseph Kerr
6. Yankees Tickets
Grab two great seats at Yankee Stadium! This package comes with two prime seats
in section 120A, just 19 rows behind home plate as well as access to three clubs
(Audi Club, Mohegan Sun Sports Bar, and the newest Field MVP Club Lounge),
and a parking pass! You can select from the new schedule once it is available.
Most dates available with advance notice.
Value: $525
Minimum Bid: $250
Donated by: Star Stainless Screw Company
7. Hudson River Private Cruise
How about a scenic cruise on the Hudson for up to 100 of your closest friends on a
weekend? You can choose the spring or next fall for a spectacular fall foliage
viewing! Catering is not included but can easily and affordably be arranged. What
a great way to treat your office or have a special shower or personal event on the
water compliments of New York Waterways! [Note: not available Memorial Day
through Labor Day; 2-hour limit].
Value: $3,500
Minimum Bid: $1,000
Donated by: Armand Pohan and Nancy Reiger
8. Metropolitan Opera Tickets, Plus!
An evening you will not forget—this lot includes two house seats to the Metropolitan
Opera during the 2015-2016 season (excluding new productions). Plus, enjoy a
contemporary American cuisine for two at pre-curtain or during intermission at The
Grand Tier Restaurant, highlighted by spectacular chandeliers and original
masterpieces by Marc Chagall.
Value: $750
Minimum Bid: $350
Donated by: Hilary Ley and The Grand Tier Restaurant
9. Metropolitan Opera Tickets, Plus!
An evening you will not forget—this lot includes two house seats to the Metropolitan
Opera during the 2015-2016 season (excluding opening nights, galas and certain
premieres and productions). Plus, included with this lot is a $100 gift certificate for
dinner at Gabriel’s on West 60th Street.
Value: $600
Minimum Bid: $400
Donated by: Jim Naples and Gabriel’s
10. A Week in a Beautiful Paris Duplex, Summer 2016
Spend a week in the well-situated, newly renovated two-level home of Architect Antonio Frausto,
featuring a large living room, outstanding open kitchen and a terrace with a barbeque. Located near
the Place D’Italie in the La Butte aux Cailles area of Paris, a wonderful quartier situated in the
southeast of Paris, appreciated by Parisians and visitors, with traditional picturesque streets and great
atmosphere. Four bedrooms (one Queen, 3 Kids’ rooms, plus a full-size pullout in the den), three
bathrooms. Ideal for a family. Available from mid-July to mid-August 2016.
Value: $5,000
Minimum Bid: $2,000
Donated by: Antonio and Florence Frausto
11. A Week on a Historic Estate in Languedoc, France
Spend a week (7 nights) in a one-of-a kind 18th century family estate with private
pool, in an olive grove with gorgeous views over the valley. [Not available June,
July, August.] The renovated, authentic period farmhouse sleeps 10; 5
bedrooms—2 on main floor, 2 upstairs, 1 on a lower level—3 baths and 2 separate
powder-rooms. Good wi-fi and cell phone connection. There is a gate-keeper
living on the property in a separate lodging. A rental car is a must. Shops and a
few restaurants within 15 min. drive. An hour from Montpellier airport or a little
under an hour from either Nimes or Avignon railway stations. Many fascinating
sightseeing opportunities ranging from Roman ruins, mountain peaks in a national
park, to local crafts-making. For more images and information visit:
http://www.abritel.fr/location-vacances/p1299266
Value: $3,000
Minimum Bid: $2,000
Donated by: Olivier and Cecile Fainsilber
11a. A Wine Tasting with Sommelier Yannick Benjamin
A wine tasting with Sommelier Yannick Benjamin and star of the reality show Uncorked
on the Esquire Network. Yannick is an amazingly talented and knowledgeable
oenophile. Currently he is the Head Sommelier at the University Club and also the lead
lecturer at Le Du's Wines in the Village. Yannick’s passion is his non-profit organization
Wheeling Forward, where he is the co-founder and director of development. He brings
his charm and erudition right into your home. Treat five of your friends to an
extraordinary evening of fun. Note: dates and times are based on availability and the
person who purchases the lot must be able to provide the location.
Value: $450
Minimum Bid: $250
Donated by: Yannick Benjamin
12. Sponsor a Student
Your sponsorship of an extraordinary young musician or architect is what this
evening is all about. Each music student requires tuition of $3,500 and each fine arts
student, $4,500. We offer four categories of sponsorship. Each level of sponsorship
entitles you to attend any of our concerts and lectures during the 2016 summer
session. All donations are fully tax-deductible, and your generosity will be
acknowledged in all the printed concert programs in Fontainebleau.
Francis the First Level ($4,500 and above)
Henry the Fourth Level ($3,500)
Marie-Antoinette Level ($2,500)
Napoleon the First Level ($1,000)
Louis the 16th ($500)
SILENT AUCTION
13. Roundabout Theatre
Bid on a pair of house seats (2 total) to the show of your choice PLUS a backstage tour.
Founded in 1965, Roundabout Theatre Company has grown from a small 150-seat
theatre in a converted supermarket basement to become the nation’s most influential
not-for-profit theatre company, as well as one of New York City’s leading cultural
institutions. With five stages on and off Broadway, Roundabout now reaches over
700,000 theatergoers, students, educators and artists across the country and around the
world every year.
Value: $450
Minimum Bid: $200
Donated by: Sylvia Golden
14. Dinner for Six at The Cosmopolitan Club
Enjoy dinner and wine for six (6) people in the beautiful dining room of this exclusive
New York icon. Centrally located on Manhattan's Upper East Side, The "Cos Club" is
a full-service, private club that for almost a century has been a gathering place where
women of accomplishment enjoy each other's company and pursue their interest in
arts. Note: Both women and men are welcome in the dining room.
Value: $400
Minimum Bid: $250
Donated by: Julie Lee
15. Pierre Cardin, Maxim’s, Champagne for up to 4 Guests
A private guided visit and lecture (in English) of Pierre Cardin’s priceless
collection of Art Nouveau art and objects (including original painting of
Toulouse-Lautrec, items belonging to Sarah Bernhardt) at his museum at
Maxim’s. The Director of the museum will conclude his visit with a glass
of champagne in the famous Maxim’s restaurant.
Value: $700
Minimum Bid: $450
Donated by: Olivier Rérolle
16. A Week on the Florida Gold Coast
Spend a week during Thanksgiving, Christmas or any time in April at this
two-bedroom, two-bath condo with a brand new kitchen in Ocean Ridge,
Florida. Located on the beautiful barrier island on the Intercoastal that is just
a brief 5-minute walk to the beach, the resort boasts a large pool, clubhouse,
and easy access to all main land conveniences. Delray Beach is four miles
south down the ocean. The condo, just south of Palm Beach, is also close to
State Road A1A with its many restaurants and shops.
Value: $2,000
Minimum Bid: $1,000
Donated by: Jennifer Jahn
17. Wine Tasting Party Assortment - “Vive Fontainebleau”
Add to your esteemed wine cellar with this incredible Windsor Vineyards 15-Bottle Winter
Collection:
• 2013 Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon – four (4) bottles
• 2013 Sonoma County Pinot Noir – four (4) bottles
• 2014 Private Reserve Sauvignon Blanc – four (4) bottles
• 2013 Russian River Valley Chardonnay – three (3) bottles
Wines and Vintages are subject to availability at time of shipping. Substitutions will be made as
necessary.
Value: $350
Minimum Bid: $150
Donated by: Paul Barkley
18. Dinner for Two at the Exclusive Stone Barns Restaurant on the Rockefeller Estate
In spring of 2004, Blue Hill at Stone Barns opened within the Stone Barns Center for
Food and Agriculture in Pocantico Hills, New York. The Barbers helped create the
philosophical and practical framework for Stone Barns Center, a working four-season
farm and educational center just 30 miles north of New York City, and continue to help
guide it in its mission to create a consciousness about the effect of everyday food
choices. There are no menus at Blue Hill at Stone Barns. Instead, guests are presented
with a list of over a hundred ingredients, updated daily, which contains the best
offerings from the field and market. The dinner is available on a
Wednesday, or Thursday in February, March or April and includes a tour of the farm.
Value $600
Minimum Bid: $300
Donated by: Stone Barns
19. Meadowood and Napa Valley Reserve Wine Package
Lunch at Meadowood's The Grill, 4 bottles of wine, plus a tasting and tour at the ultraexclusive Napa Valley Reserve. Enjoy lunch for four (4) at Napa's premier luxury resort,
Meadowood. The Grill features a daily menu featuring ingredients from Meadowood's
own garden in an elegant but casual setting surrounded by the beautiful golf course.
Afterwards, enjoy a tour and tasting at Meadowood's The Napa Valley Reserve. The
Napa Valley Reserve is legendary wine maker Bill Harlan's private vineyard club, where
membership is by invitation only (look for him on the cover of Wine Spectator magazine
on stands now). Members own their personal rows of vines that are cared for, organically
and biodynamically, by the team that produces the Harlan Estate wine. It is then blended
to the member's preferences and bottled with each member's own private label for his or her personal collection.
This exclusive wine is not available for purchase anywhere. You and three (3) guests will have an exclusive tour of
the estate and experience a wine tasting at their vineyard. To start tasting from home, this package includes 4 bottles
of wine from a member's collection to take home from the auction.
Value: $1,400
Minimum Bid: $500
Donated by: Meadowood, The Napa Valley Reserve, and Todd Thomson
20. “No Wait” Shakespeare in the Park Tickets
The Public Theater’s Shakespeare in the Park is “the most beloved of the city’s
summer theater rites and a cherished New York institution...” according to The New
York Times. Experience this iconic theater experience with two (2) “No-Wait” seats
to a 2016 Shakespeare in the Park production of your choice (pending availability)
in Central Park. Productions typically run late May – mid August.
Value: Priceless
Minimum Bid: $300
Donated by: Caroline Nagy and Andrew Cornelius
21. Case of Wine from the Xavier Flouret Collection
Xavier Flouret Wines is a carefully curated collection of some of the world’s finest
boutique vintages. Flouret personally conducts a vigorous selection process, choosing
only expertly made wines that highlight their terroir for his premium portfolio.
Respecting the tradition of craftmanship, Xavier Flouret reveals unique wines with a
beautiful heritage. Today, the recognizable “X” can be found on 15 different wines,
stemming from the best wine regions in eight different countries.
Value: $350
Minimum Bid: $200
Donated by: Muffy and Xavier Flouret
22. A Case of Bordeaux Wine Chateau Sipian 2011
This classic Medoc is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and fully ripe Petit Verdot. The
complex nose opens with black cherries, crushed violets and sweet herbs.
Value: $300
Minimum Bid: $200
Donated by: Mitchell Levy
23. Personalized Drawing of an Urban View by Architect Nicholas Stanos
Fontainebleau's program encourages fine arts and architecture students to draw using traditional
materials such as pen, pencil, charcoal and watercolor. Commission alumnus and professor
Nicholas Stanos to draw the view from your home, office, or your favorite New York City
scene. The medium is graphite on paper and typical size is 24” x 36” (framing not included).
Value: $500
Minimum Bid: $150
Donated by: Nicholas Stanos
24. Macarons by Laura Kerr
Rumor has it that her macarons rival those of Louis-Ernest Ladurée, François Payard, and
Thomas Keller. Find out for yourself when you win two (2) dozen of Laura Kerr’s specialty
macarons baked exclusively for you!
Value: $100
Minimum Bid: $50
Donated by: Laura Kerr
25. An Original Artist Proof by Benjamin Swett
This is a 24” x 24” proof of the photograph “Copper Beech, Wave Hill, Bronx” from
Benjamin’s book “New York City of Trees” which won the New York Society Library’s
2013 New York City Book Award for Photography. Benjamin Swett is a New York-based
writer and photographer with a particular interest in combining photographs with text. Lot
includes a copy of the book “New York City of Trees.”
Value: $2,000
Minimum Bid: $500
Donated by: Benjamin Swett
26. Decorative Prints from Anthony Béchu’s Private Collection
A collection of four (4) vintage French decorative prints of the Palais-Royal in Paris
from the private collection of Fine Arts Director Anthony Béchu.
Value: $500
Minimum Bid: $250
Donated by: Anthony Béchu
27. IGUDESMAN & JOO
On March 25 and 26, 2016 NYU Skirball welcomes classical musicians
IGUDESMAN & JOO in their current piece, “And Now Mozart.” Aleksey
Igudesman and Hyung-ki Joo are two classical musicians who trained in the United
Kingdom - and who have taken the world by storm with their unique and hilarious
theatrical shows, which combine comedy with classical music and popular culture.
Equally comfortable performing in classical concert halls, as well as in stadiums in
front of crowds of 18,000, their collective dream is to make classical music
accessible to a wider and younger audience. “And Now Mozart” is a show that will
change nothing, except enhance your love of music and toning your stomach muscles
by hysterically laughing to and with IGUDESMAN & JOO.
Meet the stars of the show after the concert with a special backstage pass!
Value: Priceless
Minimum Bid: $90
Donated by: Hyung-ki Joo, Fontainebleau ‘98
28. Metropolitan Museum of Art Concert
Reserved seating for the Messaien’s Quartet for the End of Time on Sunday, March 13,
2016 at 2 pm. The concert will take place in the Temple of Dendur and features the
Philharmonic’s Alan Gilbert on violin as well as Carter Brey, Anthony McGill and
pianist Inon Barnatan.
Value: $130
Minimum Bid: $100
Donated by: Joe Kerr
29. Met Museum Tour for Four and Lunch
Join Art Historian Lauren Kaplan for a custom tour at the Metropolitan Museum of
Art. The tour can be for a family of four or four adults. Lauren suggests: Highlights
of the Metropolitan Museum - a fast-paced tour that provides a truly global view.
Examine ancient Egyptian tombs and temples, gaze at massive history paintings in
the new American wing, inspect portraits by Baroque masters like Rembrandt and
Caravaggio, see nature through the eyes of the Impressionists, and admire GrecoRoman gods and heroes. After tow hours, you’ll be an expert on the Met’s diverse
collection! OR Thematic Tours: Want to learn about the shift from Renaissance to
Baroque painting, the rise of Modernism, or Islamic art, architecture, and textiles?
Lauren can create a focused and fascinating tour using the Met’s incomparable collection.
Lunch independently or at the Trustees’ Dining Room with a $200 American Express gift certificate.
Value: $650
Minimum Bid: $450
Donated by: Lauren Kaplan and Amanda, Jeffery and Marcia Marsted
30. Cellist Stephen Isserlis with pianist Stephen Hough, 92nd Street Y, Tues., March 15th, 8pm
“An inspired duo, perfectly balance musically.” - The Guardian
Individually, cellist Steven Isserlis and pianist/composer Stephen Hough are sublime.
Together they make one of classical music’s foremost duos. They bring a program
that is centered on Romantic masterpieces for cello and piano, from Bohemia’s
Dvořák to Norway’s Grieg. They also bring some wistful Schubert that was
originally written for an “arpeggione,” a melding of cello and guitar that was a fad in
the 1820s (Steven will play it on his 1727 Stradivarius.) Plus, Stephen will
demonstrate his composing skills with a Cello Sonata he wrote specifically for his
friend. It’s a thrill to share such a personal experience: an artist performing a work
that was written for him—with the composer playing along!
Value: $130
Minimum Bid: $100
Donated by: the 92nd Street Y
31. Domaine Serene
Four bottles of Domaine Serene Evenstad Reserve Chardonnay 2012, Dundee Hills 92 points.
Value: $224
Minimum Bid: $150
Donated by: Sylvia Golden
32. Domaine Serene
Four bottles of Domaine Serene Mark Bradford Vineyard Pinot Noir 2011. Dundee Hills Dundee Hills
90 points.
Value: $400
Minimum Bid: $300
Donated by: Sylvia Golden
33. Domaine Serene
Four bottles of Domaine Serene Grand Cheval Oregon red blend (74% Syrah, 26% Pinot Noir), 92
points.
Value: $306
Minimum Bid: $200
Donated by: Sylvia Golden
34. Spruce Up Your Style with Personal Stylist Cara Coniglio
Do you need a new look? More professional? More artsy? More conservative? Or do you
own a closet full of clothes and never have anything to wear? Or never seem to be pulled
together? Or just plain clueless and don't care because you have the world to conquer?
Fashion Designer Cara Coniglio will review your closet with you and weed out the bad-ill
fitting-outdated-shabby or just plain unacceptable. She will coordinate complete outfits,
shop for the needed missing elements either together or on her own, and make the most of
what you already have. Other services include: 1.) Cataloging of outfits for easy reference
to make dressing quick and mindless; 2.) Rescuing a favorite piece- through transformation;
or 3.) Any occasion gift shopping.
Value: $375
Minimum Bid: $100
Donated by: Cara Coniglio
35. Hair Cut and Blowout
Stylist Andrew Glen will give you a fabulous cut and the best blowout you are likely to
experience in the city. Located at 77th and Lexington Ave.
Value: $100
Minimum Bid: $60
Donated by: Andrew Glen
36. Girls’ Night Out
Enjoy a Friday night makeup session for six (6) with champagne. Compliments of Blue
Mercury on 3rd Avenue at 75th Street.
Value: $600
Minimum Bid: $400
Donated by: Blue Mercury
37. Dinner for 2 at the Extraordinary Eastchester Fish in Scarsdale
Rated an Excellent by the New York Times (July 18, 2013) and Best of Westchester Readers
Choice in 2013. If you are looking for delicious cuisine, the freshest of fish, well-priced and
unusual wines, and amazing desserts, this is the place! The menu changes daily, in order to reflect
what’s best in the fish, meat and produce markets. You will find a comfortable and elegant
atmosphere, with a tasteful, nautical theme, and a level of service that meets the most
discriminating needs. The convenient location in the heart of Westchester County is minutes from
the Bronx River and Hutchinson River Parkways. Consistently ranked among the top restaurants
in Westchester. The dining mood is enhanced by a range of seating, from cozy booths for two,
comfortable tables for larger parties, and convivial dinner at the bar.
Value: $100
Minimum Bid: $60
Donated by: Eastchester Fish
38. Photography Session with PhotoOp NYC
This lot includes a studio sitting plus a 16” x 20” print with PhotoOp NYC, located at
1475 3rd Avenue. PhotoOp was born out of the vision of Nathan Gindi, who most
proudly describes himself as a dad. A former real estate lawyer and admittedly not a
photographer, Nathan founded PhotoOp out of a need for a photo-studio in Manhattan
that specialized in families and children, offered talented and fun photographers, and
provided fabulous photos. More important, Nathan continues to drive the importance of
exceptional customer service and adapting to the needs and expectations of customers.
Value: $400
Minimum Bid: $300
Donated by: PhotoOp NYC
39. Two Books from the Château de Fontainebleau
Learn about the château of Fontainbleau and its beautiful gardens with two books (in English)
“The Gardens of the Château of Fontainebleau” and “Fontainebleau.”
Value: $50
Minimum Bid: $30
Donated by: Catherine Delloye