One of the oldest electric guitars goes up for auction
In 70 years, these GIbson guitars have become a rock n’ roll staple. And yet, they weren’t destined to be so successful.
Books from the library of Madame de Pompadour go up for auction
Unlike many other cultural sectors, reading and general interest in books have shown strong resistance to the public health crisis.
Magritte painting comes to auction for first time in over 50 years
A René Magritte painting, “Le mois des vendanges,” is going under the hammer on March 9, 2021, for the first time since 1963.
Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol — the artists taking the auction world by storm
While the COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly changed the art market in a few months, some artists continue to ignite the auctions.
Christie’s woos millennial buyers with new Michael Jordan-themed auction
Christie’s is holding an online sale “Original Air”, which is billed as “the most comprehensive sneaker record of Michael Jordan’s Chicago Bulls career.”
Tutankhamun sculpture’s London auction sparks Egyptian outcry
A 3,000-year-old head sculpture of an eternally-young Tutankhamun goes under the hammer this week in London despite an outcry from Cairo.
Jeff Koons work sells for $91.1M, record for living artist
A sculpture by American artist Jeff Koons sold on May 15 for $91.1 million at an auction organized by Christie’s in New York, a record price for a living artist.