Rare Dali, Picasso, Warhol paintings on exhibition, auction

MCMINNVILLE — An art exhibition that includes rare pieces by Salvador Dali, Pablo Picasso and Andy Warhol will take place at the Lawrence Art Gallery (19700 Oregon Highway 18) Wednesday through Friday, July 26 through 28.

An auction will follow on Saturday, July 29.

Many of the pieces come from the prestigious collection of Pierre Argillet, Dali’s longtime friend and confidante, and from the collection of the Royal Medici family of Italy.

Also included in the three-day exhibit are important investment-quality jewelry and limited production designer pieces, plus large and rare GIA diamonds.

The Pierre Argillet collection is one of the most authenticated collections of Dali’s work throughout his career.

The Royal Medici Collection originated with the de Medici Dynasty, which launched the Italian Renaissance.

“The Medici name is associated with unparalleled historical contributions to art, politics, banking, cuisine, medicine, accounting, philanthropy, commerce, geography, agriculture, religion, textiles and fashion,” organizers said in a release. “The current descendant and heir, Prince Lorenzo, is a philanthropist, international keynote speaker, television personality and artist.”