For the Love of Art

The San José arts community has thrived due to the dedication and love for the arts exemplified by numerous individuals, including Sheila and Ralph Pickett. The Pickett collection reflects Ralph and Sheila’s own process of investigating what artists were thinking and creating and why, while surrounding themselves with artworks that challenged ideas about artmaking.

They were deeply committed to supporting artists and actively involved in multiple Bay Area and San José arts institutions. In recent years we have lost these dedicated souls. The community now has an opportunity to view, appreciate, and acquire some of the more than 450 works of art that Ralph and Sheila collected over many decades.

Please join us at Art Object Gallery on Sunday, June 23, at 3pm-6pm for the opening reception, and Saturday, July 27, at 6-9pm for the silent auction. All proceeds benefit the ICA San José. We hope to see you there.

FAQ

How can I bid on auction artwork? 

All works are available for bidding online. You will log into the ClickBid bidding site and log in with your phone number, email, bidding # under Welcome! After logging in you will be prompted to put in your contact and credit card information. Credit cards are required to bid. 

How do I see the artwork in person? 

All artworks will be installed at Art Object Gallery and will be viewable June 23, 2024-July 27, 2024.

How do I pay for my artwork after the event? 

ClickBid requires a credit card/form of payment during registration. Items will be charged in full via the ClickBid portal to the highest bidder. San Jose sales tax (9.38%) will be charged to all purchases of goods. All acquisitions must be purchased in full. Each auction item is sold AS IS without warranty. ICA San Jose reserves the right to withdraw any item at any time before the actual sale. ALL SALES ARE FINAL WITH NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES. You will be issued a receipt through the ClickBid portal after your purchase is complete; be sure to save this for picking up your art.

How do I receive the artwork after the event?  

Pick up: Most artwork will be available for pick up at Art Object Gallery the week following the event once your purchase has been completed. Auction winners will be notified to make an appointment to pick up your work. Please bring your electronic or printed receipt as proof of your completed purchase. Shipping costs are the responsibility of the collector. These works are noted in their item description at the bottom in red.  

Shipping & delivery: If you are not local, we can ship artwork to you via an art shipping company. Shipping will be billed to you at cost.