Sotheby's secures most valuable single owner collection of Old Master paintings to come to auctionA 17th-century painting sold for $5.5m may fetch $12m at Sotheby's auction, highlighting shifts in art valuation.
Pop goes the budget: Roy Lichtenstein works expected to raise 26m at auctionA rare collection of Roy Lichtenstein's works will be auctioned at Sotheby's, showcasing four decades of his artistic evolution.
The Saunders collection will be a real test of the Old Master marketOld Masters auction market remains uncertain despite anticipated high-value collection sales.
Sotheby's to Auction 31 Rare Keith Haring Subway Drawings from Larry Warsh Collection | stupidDOPESotheby's is auctioning 31 Keith Haring Subway Drawings, valued between $6.3 million and $9 million, marking their first public auction appearance.
Dealer Daniella Luxembourg to sell $30m of art from personal collection at auctionDaniella Luxembourg will auction 15 artworks worth over $30 million through Sotheby's, emphasizing post-war Italian artists and disruption themes.
Records set for Arab artists at Sotheby's debut Saudi Arabia auctionSotheby's inaugural auction in Saudi Arabia saw fine art outperform luxury items, showcasing a strong local interest in Arab art.
Sotheby's secures most valuable single owner collection of Old Master paintings to come to auctionA 17th-century painting sold for $5.5m may fetch $12m at Sotheby's auction, highlighting shifts in art valuation.
Pop goes the budget: Roy Lichtenstein works expected to raise 26m at auctionA rare collection of Roy Lichtenstein's works will be auctioned at Sotheby's, showcasing four decades of his artistic evolution.
The Saunders collection will be a real test of the Old Master marketOld Masters auction market remains uncertain despite anticipated high-value collection sales.
Sotheby's to Auction 31 Rare Keith Haring Subway Drawings from Larry Warsh Collection | stupidDOPESotheby's is auctioning 31 Keith Haring Subway Drawings, valued between $6.3 million and $9 million, marking their first public auction appearance.
Dealer Daniella Luxembourg to sell $30m of art from personal collection at auctionDaniella Luxembourg will auction 15 artworks worth over $30 million through Sotheby's, emphasizing post-war Italian artists and disruption themes.
Records set for Arab artists at Sotheby's debut Saudi Arabia auctionSotheby's inaugural auction in Saudi Arabia saw fine art outperform luxury items, showcasing a strong local interest in Arab art.
La Mercerie Team Is Opening a Restaurant at the BreuerRoman and Williams is launching a new fine-dining restaurant at Sotheby's in Upper East Side, with chef Marie Aude-Rose leading the kitchen.
Comment | Plunging sales see shine come off luxury goods at auctionAuction houses are facing a significant downturn in luxury goods sales, especially in jewellery markets, as revenues decline.
Pricking the art market bubble?The auction houses are experiencing a selective market with fewer guarantees, highlighting a shift in the art sales landscape during Frieze London week.
Sotheby's made $6bn in 2024-but sales dropped for second consecutive yearSotheby's auction sales plummeted 23% in 2024 influenced by global market challenges, but private sales thrived amid this downturn.
Sotheby's made $6bn in 2024 as sales dropped for second consecutive yearSotheby's auction sales fell by 23% in 2024, marking a challenging year amid a turbulent global art market.
Comment | Plunging sales see shine come off luxury goods at auctionAuction houses are facing a significant downturn in luxury goods sales, especially in jewellery markets, as revenues decline.
Pricking the art market bubble?The auction houses are experiencing a selective market with fewer guarantees, highlighting a shift in the art sales landscape during Frieze London week.
Sotheby's made $6bn in 2024-but sales dropped for second consecutive yearSotheby's auction sales plummeted 23% in 2024 influenced by global market challenges, but private sales thrived amid this downturn.
Sotheby's made $6bn in 2024 as sales dropped for second consecutive yearSotheby's auction sales fell by 23% in 2024, marking a challenging year amid a turbulent global art market.
Rare Stradivarius violin auctioned for $11.3 million DW 02/08/2025A 300-year-old Stradivarius violin was sold for $11.3 million, ranking as the third most expensive musical instrument at auction.
A 311-Year-Old Stradivarius Violin Sells for $11.25 Million at Sotheby'sA historic Stradivarius violin was auctioned for $11.25 million, paving the way for future student scholarships.
Rare Stradivarius violin auctioned for $11.3 million DW 02/08/2025A 300-year-old Stradivarius violin was sold for $11.3 million, ranking as the third most expensive musical instrument at auction.
A 311-Year-Old Stradivarius Violin Sells for $11.25 Million at Sotheby'sA historic Stradivarius violin was auctioned for $11.25 million, paving the way for future student scholarships.
The Best New York Art Shows of 2024AI-generated art sold for a million dollars at Sotheby's, representing a new frontier in the global art market.
The Year in Review: art market slump squeezes biggest players and Frieze for saleThe high-end art market is experiencing significant contraction, impacting major auction houses and galleries with layoffs and closures.
The art market slump, the artist freed in the US-Russia prisoner swap, Max Ernst in Paris - podcastThe art market is experiencing significant economic challenges, marked by declining earnings and job losses among major auction houses and galleries.
Sotheby's launches first fine art Sealed auction without reserveSotheby's expands Sealed platform to include fine art.
Sotheby's to hold first ever commercial auction in Saudi Arabia in FebruarySaudi Arabia is emerging as a significant market for art and luxury, prompting major auction houses to establish a presence there.
Sotheby's does a U-turn on new fees structureSotheby's is reverting to previous fee structures after new changes proved less appealing to sellers.
The Best New York Art Shows of 2024AI-generated art sold for a million dollars at Sotheby's, representing a new frontier in the global art market.
The Year in Review: art market slump squeezes biggest players and Frieze for saleThe high-end art market is experiencing significant contraction, impacting major auction houses and galleries with layoffs and closures.
The art market slump, the artist freed in the US-Russia prisoner swap, Max Ernst in Paris - podcastThe art market is experiencing significant economic challenges, marked by declining earnings and job losses among major auction houses and galleries.
Sotheby's launches first fine art Sealed auction without reserveSotheby's expands Sealed platform to include fine art.
Sotheby's to hold first ever commercial auction in Saudi Arabia in FebruarySaudi Arabia is emerging as a significant market for art and luxury, prompting major auction houses to establish a presence there.
Sotheby's does a U-turn on new fees structureSotheby's is reverting to previous fee structures after new changes proved less appealing to sellers.
Art of reinvention: Victoria Beckham teams up with Sotheby's as curatorVictoria Beckham is venturing into art curation, showcasing renowned artists and emphasizing the joy derived from collecting art.
How a viral, duct-taped banana came to be worth $1 millionThe banana artwork symbolizes provocative questions about value and meaning in contemporary art, highlighting the absurdity and commercialization within the art world.
'I'm encouraged by Marina Abramovic'-FKA twigs's performance piece takes over Sotheby'sFKA twigs challenges traditional art spaces with her performance at Sotheby's, emphasizing a return to authentic experience over digital distractions.
Art of reinvention: Victoria Beckham teams up with Sotheby's as curatorVictoria Beckham is venturing into art curation, showcasing renowned artists and emphasizing the joy derived from collecting art.
How a viral, duct-taped banana came to be worth $1 millionThe banana artwork symbolizes provocative questions about value and meaning in contemporary art, highlighting the absurdity and commercialization within the art world.
'I'm encouraged by Marina Abramovic'-FKA twigs's performance piece takes over Sotheby'sFKA twigs challenges traditional art spaces with her performance at Sotheby's, emphasizing a return to authentic experience over digital distractions.
New York takes first step towards landmarking Breuer building's interiorSotheby's renovation plans for the Breuer building may be affected by the city's consideration to landmark parts of its interior.
Herzog & de Meuron Set to Revamp Breuer Building for Sotheby's in New YorkSotheby's will renovate the Breuer Building, enhancing its aesthetic while maintaining respect for its architectural heritage and original design.
What's Happening With The Breuer Building On Madison Avenue?The Breuer building has changed hands multiple times and is now owned by Sotheby's after housing various museums over the years.
New York takes first step towards landmarking Breuer building's interiorSotheby's renovation plans for the Breuer building may be affected by the city's consideration to landmark parts of its interior.
Herzog & de Meuron Set to Revamp Breuer Building for Sotheby's in New YorkSotheby's will renovate the Breuer Building, enhancing its aesthetic while maintaining respect for its architectural heritage and original design.
What's Happening With The Breuer Building On Madison Avenue?The Breuer building has changed hands multiple times and is now owned by Sotheby's after housing various museums over the years.
The Breuer Building's Lobby Might Be Saved After AllNew York's Brutalist building by Marcel Breuer may receive landmark status, protecting its distinctive interiors from potential sale and demolition.
Cross Your Fingers for the Whitney's Breuer BuildingRenovation of the Breuer building by Herzog & de Meuron raises preservation concerns among stakeholders.Interior redesigns lack legal restrictions, increasing fears of loss of historical integrity.
The Breuer Building's Lobby Might Be Saved After AllNew York's Brutalist building by Marcel Breuer may receive landmark status, protecting its distinctive interiors from potential sale and demolition.
Cross Your Fingers for the Whitney's Breuer BuildingRenovation of the Breuer building by Herzog & de Meuron raises preservation concerns among stakeholders.Interior redesigns lack legal restrictions, increasing fears of loss of historical integrity.
Painting by Ernst Klimt-completed by his brother Gustav-to be offered at Sotheby'sGustav Klimt completed an unfinished painting by his brother Ernst as a heartfelt tribute after Ernst's early death.
Here's how to see a collection of legendary music memorabilia in London next weekSotheby's is hosting its first dedicated auction for popular culture memorabilia, showcasing legendary items from iconic artists.
How much did Tom Brady's Dunkin' tracksuit, football gear sell for at auction?Tom Brady auctioned over $9 million worth of memorabilia, including game-worn gear and luxury watches, reflecting his football legacy and cultural impact.
Painting by AI robot Ai-Da could bring more than $120,000 at Sotheby'sSotheby's will auction the first artwork attributed to a humanoid robot, Ai-Da, highlighting the evolving concept of art and the artist.
Amy Winehouse items including handwritten lyrics to be auctionedThe auction features handwritten lyrics and personal items from Amy Winehouse, connecting her legacy with fans and showcasing her artistic spirit.
Madrid to auction old Bernabeu lockers for $13kReal Madrid is auctioning their historic home dressing room after renovations.
Painting by Ernst Klimt-completed by his brother Gustav-to be offered at Sotheby'sGustav Klimt completed an unfinished painting by his brother Ernst as a heartfelt tribute after Ernst's early death.
Here's how to see a collection of legendary music memorabilia in London next weekSotheby's is hosting its first dedicated auction for popular culture memorabilia, showcasing legendary items from iconic artists.
How much did Tom Brady's Dunkin' tracksuit, football gear sell for at auction?Tom Brady auctioned over $9 million worth of memorabilia, including game-worn gear and luxury watches, reflecting his football legacy and cultural impact.
Painting by AI robot Ai-Da could bring more than $120,000 at Sotheby'sSotheby's will auction the first artwork attributed to a humanoid robot, Ai-Da, highlighting the evolving concept of art and the artist.
Amy Winehouse items including handwritten lyrics to be auctionedThe auction features handwritten lyrics and personal items from Amy Winehouse, connecting her legacy with fans and showcasing her artistic spirit.
Madrid to auction old Bernabeu lockers for $13kReal Madrid is auctioning their historic home dressing room after renovations.
Paris Is Rising as an Art Market Hub, With Some Way Left to GoThe first Birkin bag, created for Jane Birkin, represents a pivotal moment in luxury fashion history.
Blue-chip art and luxury real estate go hand in hand in MiamiSotheby's highlights the connection between art collecting and luxury real estate at Art Basel Miami Beach, emphasizing their joint appeal to high-net-worth individuals.
Paris Is Rising as an Art Market Hub, With Some Way Left to GoThe first Birkin bag, created for Jane Birkin, represents a pivotal moment in luxury fashion history.
Blue-chip art and luxury real estate go hand in hand in MiamiSotheby's highlights the connection between art collecting and luxury real estate at Art Basel Miami Beach, emphasizing their joint appeal to high-net-worth individuals.
It's been a lot of detective work': Madame de Pompadour's 1m wall lights discovered in Yorkshire hotelThe gilt-bronze wall lights at Swinton Castle may be masterpieces linked to Madame de Pompadour and master sculptor Jacques Caffieri's work.
'Comedian' Banana Art Sells for Over $6 Million at Sotheby's | EntrepreneurThe artwork "Comedian" exemplifies the contentious nature of modern art, igniting debates about art's definition and value.
Sotheby's Revives Keith Haring's Subway Magic with Art in Transit Exhibition | stupidDOPEKeith Haring's subway drawings, being showcased at Sotheby's, reflect his commitment to accessibility in art and encapsulate New York's vibrant culture.
Sotheby's pays over $6m to settle tax evasion caseSotheby's will pay $6.25m to settle tax evasion claims in New York and implement reforms to prevent future violations.
18th Century Perfume Bottle Collection to Be AuctionedGianni Giordano is selling over 100 18th-century porcelain perfume bottles, showcasing a collection that began with a heart-shaped bottle he first acquired in 2007.
The new auction calendar: everything, everywhere, at every opportunityThe auction market is adjusting to economic challenges and shifting calendars after major art fairs, aiming for quality over quantity.
This Iconic Luxury Hotel Group Is Partnering With Sotheby's for Exclusive Stays, Masterclasses, Haute Couture Experiences, and MoreLuxury travel experiences are merging with art through a collaboration between Marriott's Luxury Group and Sotheby's.
Noel Gallagher's guitar and Amy Winehouse piano go under the hammerSotheby's auction features iconic music memorabilia, including a Steinway piano used by legendary musicians.
Kobe's Staples Center locker sells for record $2.9MThe home locker used by Kobe Bryant from 2003-04 to 2015-16 sold for a record $2.9 million, marking a significant piece of sports memorabilia history.
Sotheby's shakes up senior level staff in Asia and EuropeSotheby's announced senior level promotions in Europe and Asia, appointing Elaine Holt as chairman of Modern and contemporary art and deputy chairman of Sotheby's Asia.
sotheby's new paris headquarters is taking shape inside a 1920s gallery spaceSotheby's flagship in Paris relocates to a larger space on 83 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, offering more exhibitions and events, enhancing its presence in the heart of the art and luxury district.