Ever wondered how much your watch is worth? Or how much is normal for that exquisite watch you have your eyes on? Whether it is an heirloom piece or a new second hand, to make an estimate of a watch’s value, the model, general condition of the watch and specific criteria […]
Interest in wine investment has gradually increased along with the number of new wine connoisseurs and collectors –including the young and rich millennials. Moreover, the activity in wine investment has globalized, extending its focus to new emerging markets, most notably China. The fine wine auction market is now quite established […]
Gradually establishing itself as a popular auction category, wine is enjoying an increasing global demand in the last few decades. It is considered not only an enjoyment but also an investment, thus it is important to know how wine is valued, in order to buy and sell at the right […]
Design furniture might not be the most standard way to invest, however, the exploding market has shown that a smart purchase can yield impressive long-term ROI (return of investment). Let’s dive in. As the art market is getting more transparent with platforms such as Mearto, investing in design is gradually becoming […]
The perception of modern and contemporary design objects as mere functional interior objects have changed as the collector demand skyrocketed. Since early 1990s, mainly with the rise of the mid-century design trend, the secondary art market started to recognize design as a valuable category. Meanwhile, two main design focused auction houses were […]
The art market is an economic model with more variants than just supply and demand. In this hybrid prediction market, numerous different cultural parameters, people, and institutions determine an artwork’s price. Like money, art has a very small intrinsic value. Human stipulation and declaration create and sustain its commercial value. Understanding […]
One of the most anticipated art events of the French capital, Art Élysées returns to Champs-Élysées for its 10th edition. Art Élysées – Art & Design Art Fair gathers about 75 galleries in its 3 iconic pavilions, exhibiting a broad range of modern art, contemporary art and 20th century design furniture. Taking […]
Phillips (established 1792) New York, London, Geneva, Hong Kong Key Personnel: Edward Dolman (Chairman and CEO), Jean-Paul Engelen (Worldwide Head of Contemporary Art), Vanessa Hallett (Senior Director and Worldwide Head of Photographs), Nazgol Jagan (Worldwide Director of Jewels) Notable Design Lots: Marc Newson, Lockheed Lounge, c. 1990, £2,434,500 – April 2015 Isamu Noguchi, The […]
Where do the connoisseur collectors of mainland Europe bid? Where can new collectors explore without being blinded by the razzle dazzle of the big-name auction houses of London and New York? We have listed the top 14 auction houses in Europe you need to know to be in the know. Mainland Europe […]
Buying your first piece of art can feel like an intimidating leap of faith. However, the online art auctions offer a less formidable process where you bid to buy from the comfortable atmosphere of your house rather than a hectic auction room. Having access to a world of auctions or fixed price […]