How Ken Griffin’s $43.2 Million Purchase of the U.S. Constitution Reveals That in High-End Auctions, What You See Isn’t Always What You Get

With a DAO opponent and a niche object, the sale seemed very particular. But it actually exposes a lot about the business at large.

By Felix Salmon, Nov 24, 2021

Are Auction Guarantees the New Private Sales? Yes, for Art Sellers Who Don’t Want to Get Ripped Off

They're also confusing as hell and throw smoke in the eye of the art market.

By Felix Salmon, May 24, 2018

An examination of 15 years' worth of solo shows reveals a significant shift when Molesworth took the reins.

By Felix Salmon, Mar 29, 2018

The documents show how the museum's leadership convinced the board to sell off 40 works—and made them think they had no choice in the matter.

By Felix Salmon, Dec 13, 2017