Antiques
Paul Storr wine coolers lead Heritage Auctions’ silver sale
A pair of wine coolers by Paul Storr will lead the upcoming Fine Silver and Vertu sale at Heritage Auctions in Dallas. Storr was England’s most celebrated silversmith during the […]
2016-03-16
"Most important Chinese historical object" to sell at Sotheby’s
Sotheby’s is set to sell what’s been described as "the most important Chinese historical object ever to be offered at auction". The Seal of the Mandate of Heaven was carved […]
2016-03-14
1,000 year-old chess pieces set for sale at Sotheby’s
A collection of early chess pieces dating back more than 1,000 years will be offered for sale at Sotheby’s next month. The remarkable collection, one of the most significant of […]
Animated Chinese clock tops Fontaine’s $1.6 million sale
A rare animated Chinese clock soared to more than $330,000 as part of the latest sale at Fontaine’s Auction Gallery in Massachusetts. The sale achieved a total of $1.6 million, […]
2016-03-10
Clars reveals auction highlights from Picasso to Maloof
Picasso ceramics, iconic Sam Maloof furniture and stunning art deco jewelry are the order of the day in Clars Auction Gallery’s upcoming sale. Topping the auction is a rocking chair […]
Christie’s announce sale of pieces from Joan Rivers’ Manhattan apartment
Christie’s has announced it will sell pieces from the collection of the late comedienne Joan Rivers later this year. The auction will offer paintings, furniture and decorative arts from Rivers’ […]
2016-03-09
Skinner, Inc. presents treasures in first Asian Arts sale of 2016
Skinner, Inc. is set to host its first Asian Art sale of 2016, with more than 500 lots set to cross the block in Boston later this month. Timed to […]
Duchess of Devonshire’s estate auction brings £1.7 million
A Sotheby’s sale featuring the personal collection of Deborah, Duchess of Devonshire has smashed all expectations in London. A packed saleroom saw more than 460 items from the Duchess’ eclectic […]
2016-03-03
Belz Asian Art collection highlights Leslie Hindman sale in Chicago
An upcoming sale of Asian Art at Leslie Hindman Auctioneers will offer items from the esteemed collection of Jack and Marilyn Belz. Together they founded the Belz Museum of Asian […]
2016-02-29
Freeman’s to sell unique Chinese Imperial seal from shortest-reigning Empress
A highly rare and historic imperial porcelain seal from Empress Xiaoyiren, who reigned for a single day in the 17th century, will be auctioned by Freeman’s next month. Originally named […]
Attic black Siana cup valued at up to $38,000
An Attic black Siana cup is up for auction at IM Chait in LA on March 1 with an estimate of $36,000-38,000. It depicts a harpy being chased by hoplites […]
2016-02-24
American folk art and diamond rings on offer at Leland Little Auctions
Jewelry and gemstones, fine paintings and silverware are amongst the standout pieces on offer at Leland Little Auctions’ latest sale. The company’s Spring Auction on March 11 includes 630 lots, […]
2016-02-23
Brunk Auctions sale spans everything from Popeye to Ancient Egypt
From Popeye cartoons to Ancient Egyptian artefacts, the forthcoming Brunk Auctions sale features an eclectic line-up to suit every collector. The auction will include more than 800 lots, spanning fine […]
Sotheby’s to offer remarkable collection of Ming Dynasty furniture
A remarkable collection of Chinese Ming Dynasty furniture will be offered in Hong Kong this April, as part of the Christie’s Chinese Works of Art Spring Sale series In total […]
Freeman’s Asian Art sale to offer porcelain from the Heber R. Bishop collection
Freeman’s forthcoming Asian Arts sale will include two important pieces formerly owned by renowned collector Heber R. Bishop. The sale in Philadelphia on March 12 will offer more than 350 […]