Estate Sale – A Collector’S Dream

Step into the home and mind of an extraordinary artist—this estate sale offers a rare opportunity to acquire artwork and artifacts from the personal collection of the late George S. Rennie III, a visionary painter, sculptor, and contributor to Connecticut's cultural legacy.🎨 About the Artist:George S. Rennie III was a multifaceted artist and sculptor based in Hamden, Connecticut, Born in Chester, Pennsylvania, Rennie earned a degree in geology from Dickinson College and continued graduate studies in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Ultimately, his passion for art and natural history led him to the Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History in New Haven, where he helped create major exhibits—sculpting everything from dinosaur bones to the museum’s iconic giant squid.Beyond museum work, Rennie was a prolific, self-employed artist. He began his career painting traditional icons for Orthodox and Byzantine Catholic churches, later expanding into photorealistic acrylics on canvas, wood carvings, and hand-crafted decoys. His legacy lives on in museum exhibits, sacred art, and now, in this unique estate sale.🖼 What You’ll Find:🌍 Authentic Tribal ArtAn extraordinary collection from New Guinea and Africa—rich with cultural history, craftsmanship, and visual power.🕊 Russian Orthodox IconsPainted by Rennie in the 1970s for a Russian Orthodox church—each icon is a devotional masterpiece.🎨 Original Works by George S. Rennie IIIFrom photorealistic paintings to wood sculptures and carvings, every piece is a testament to a lifetime of artistic evolution. A few of his works are even on display at the Yale Peabody Museum.🗿 One-of-a-kind Art & ArtifactsStatement pieces for collectors, smaller works for curated interiors, and treasures waiting to be discovered. 📍 Location Hamden, Connecticut 06514🗓 May 31 & June 1 | 9AM – 3PM💵 Cash or Venmo only🚫 No early birds, please Whether you're a serious collector, a history lover, or simply someone who appreciates the soul of handmade art—this is your chance to own part of a remarkable legacy.