Auctions Want to Own Marie Antoinette’s Armchair? That and Other Royal Treasures Are Heading to Auction at Sotheby’s Paris This Spring Proceeds from the live sale will go toward restoring a 17th-century chateau in France. By Lisa Ferber, Jan 30, 2023
Auctions The Personal Collection of André Leon Talley, Tastemaking ‘Vogue’ Icon, Heads to Christie’s A personalized gift from Andy Warhol leads the charity auction. By Lisa Ferber, Jan 18, 2023
Auctions Rare, Remarkable Chinese Porcelains From a Prominent Collecting Couple Go Up for Auction in New York Bonhams is selling the exemplary pieces collected over 50 years by Michael and Ewa Cohen. By Lisa Ferber, Jan 10, 2023
Auctions An Extraordinary Bejewelled Crucifix Worn by Princess Diana Will Lead Sotheby’s ‘Royal and Noble’ Sale in London The piece is expected to fetch as much as $144,000 in Sotheby's annual sale of items with aristocratic provenances. By Lisa Ferber, Jan 4, 2023
Auctions Bidders Clamored for an Exceptionally Rare Gold Roger W. Smith Wristwatch at Bonhams London’s $2.8 Million Watch Auction Roger W. Smith OBE is considered Britain’s preeminent living watchmaker, having started his horology studies at just age 16. By Lisa Ferber, Dec 20, 2022
Auctions LeBron James’s 2013 NBA Finals Jersey Set to Score at Sotheby’s ‘The One’ Sale, Among Other Singular Objects From History The basketball star’s game-worn shirt is estimated to bring in $3-$5 million at a Sotheby's sale celebrating human achievement. By Lisa Ferber, Dec 15, 2022
Art World Now’s the Time: Louis Vuitton Announces Watchmaking Prize for Independent Creatives The winner will receive a grant plus a one-year mentorship from La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton. By Lisa Ferber, Dec 12, 2022
Art World A Record-Breaking Grand Seiko Set the Pace at Phillips’s $21.1 Million Watch Auction in New York The Phillips auction also ticked up record prices for F.P. Journe, Patek Philippe, Urwerk, and George Daniels. By Lisa Ferber, Dec 12, 2022
Auctions Christie’s Smashed Its Design Sale Record With an Eye-Popping $77 Million Lalanne Auction Most lots sold well above their high estimates, with 18 lots selling for more than $1 million. By Lisa Ferber, Dec 8, 2022
Auctions New York City Auction Houses Are Offering Tiffany, Lalanne, and Other Delights in Their Winter Interior Design Sales Christie's, Sotheby's, Phillips, and Bonhams give you good reason to redecorate this month. By Lisa Ferber, Dec 7, 2022
Pop Culture Fabergé Has Collaborated With ‘Game of Thrones’ on a Dragon-Themed Jewelry Line Dripping in Diamonds, Rubies, and Sapphires Daenerys Targaryen might have to add a few new things to her collection. By Lisa Ferber, Dec 1, 2022
Auctions ‘Tis the Season to Sparkle: New York Auction Houses Roll Out Their Finest Jewels for the Holidays Place your bids on—or just ogle—the Golden Canary, the Red Dragon, and other storied jewels. By Lisa Ferber, Nov 30, 2022
Art World Bag Bonanza! New York Auction Houses Are Hosting Handbag Sales Featuring Hermès, Gucci, and a Chanel Bag in the Shape of a Robot The New York houses of Christie’s, Sotheby's, and Bonhams are serving up some sweet carries. By Lisa Ferber, Nov 29, 2022
Auctions These Watch Auctions from Sotheby’s, Christie’s, and Phillips Might Help You Stop Staring at Your Phone One of the highlights, the Reference 6264 Daytona “Paul Newman Lemon” Rolex wristwatch, is estimated to fetch $700,000–$1,400,000. By Lisa Ferber, Nov 28, 2022
Style Continuing a 50-Year Tradition, Gérald Genta Released a Collectible Mickey Mouse Watch in Time for the World Cup The Disney character is shown kicking around a soccer ball on the $23,200 timepiece. By Lisa Ferber, Nov 23, 2022
