Paris, France —It is one of the most essential objects of our day, the humble chair for sitting, reading, writing, eating, lounging, the list is endless. And next March 4th, the Parisian […]
An Artful Auction at Artcurial of Musical Chairs
An Awesome Auction
Paris, France — It was one of the highlights of the traditional autumn of the arts scene in Paris in the photography chapter whose centrepiece is Paris Photo which was held this […]
An Auction as Big as the Ritz
Paris, France — A crystal chandelier, a champagne bucket and the sofa from the Hemingway Bar all played a leading role in an auction, christened the Universe of the Ritz, held by […]
From Blue to Blue
Paris, France —Yves Klein was a major figure in post-war European art and known for his use of blue in his works. He even developed and patented a color of blue, International Klein […]
La Tour d’Argent: Pick up a Piece of the Table Action
Paris, France —Porcelain ware, crystal ware, silverware, great tableware from the most mythical of restaurants: La Tour d’Argent. The Parisian establishment has entrusted precious pieces of tableware to the French auction house […]
The Art of the Auction by Artcurial
Left: This Mauboussin major Art Deco brooch in platinum, gold, engraved emerald and diamonds, circa 1930 is estimated at US$28,000 to US$34,000 (20,000 to 30,000 euros). Photo courtesy Artcurial. Handout via The […]
Critic’s Choice: A Gourmet Fair of Gourmet Fare
Paris, France — A great art auction is waiting in the wings at the French house of Artcurial. Old Masters and 19th century paintings, drawings and sculptures are slated to be auctioned […]
Couture: The Value of Vintage
This Yves Saint Laurent Couture jacket and skirt from the 1988 Winter Collection was purchased by an American collector for US$37,057. The evening jacket in leather satin was embroidered by the house […]
An Artful Auction from Artcurial
Monte Carlo, Monaco —It was another round of applause for an Artcurial auction, a luxury auction that was held in the mythical Hôtel Hermitage of Monaco last January 16, 17 and 18. […]
Diamonds Are Forever
Artcurial, the French auction house, enjoyed a highly successful week of auctions during its now legendary Monaco Auction Week in Monte-Carlo. Luxury was on the agenda with high jewelry, watches and designer […]
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