“The ultimate goal of the architect is to create a paradise. Every house, every product of architecture should be a fruit of our endeavor to build an earthly paradise for people.” Alvar Aalto The Paimio Chair epitomizes the humanism, functionalism and innovativeness of modern design. Designed by Finnish architect Alvar […]
Modern design is a rising department in auctions worldwide. Artistic quality and uniqueness of a piece of furniture can fetch astronomical prices we see only at fine art auctions. For curious minds, we have listed 5 most expensive design furniture ever sold at an auction. Scroll down for number 1! 7. Eileen Gray’s […]
This week’s find is this fiery Chinese moonflask from the period of Yongzheng Emperor (27 December 1722 – 8 October 1735). The moonflask’s spherical and flattened body is topped with a waisted neck flanked by a pair of ruyi handles. But what makes this our favourite is the flaming rich purple glaze with milky-blue […]
Los Angeles Modern Auctions welcomes the new season with their much anticipated Fall auction on October 9th with remarkable lots both from Fine Arts and Design departments. LAMA’s founder Peter Loughrey will return to the auction room for this exciting sale, with highlights by Ed Ruscha, Andy Warhol and Ad […]
The highly anticipated art fair of the French Riviera, Art Monaco returns for its seventh year to Monaco’s famous Espace Fontvieille, which will become a meeting point for the global glitterati from October 27th to 30th 2016. Offering over 4,000 art pieces on display for exhibition and sale, Art Monaco is […]
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 […]
Swiss auction house Koller holds an extensive Old Masters auction on September 23 with lots ranging from an Italian Renaissance bridal cassone panel, exquisite Dutch Still Life paintings and seasonal allegories to drawings signifying the Tulip Mania in the 17th century. Art and Love: Old Masters are making a comeback at Koller […]
Texas Contemporary Art Fair returns to the Lone Star state for its highly anticipated 6th edition this September 29th through October 2nd. Houston’s premier modern and contemporary art fair gets together local and international artists, galleries and an affluent collector base. Visited by around 15,000 artists, gallerists, dealers and enthusiasts from many […]
The famous annual Nordic Masters auction at Phillips is scheduled to take place on September 21. This year the auction, which bore witness to record sales year after year, focuses on lighting by Poul Henningsen and the collaboration between cabinetmaker and designer. Henningsen Lights: Without a doubt, the biggest highlight of the […]