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Sotheby’s Auction House NYC has been uniting collectors with world-class works of art since 1744. Sotheby’s became the first international auction house when it expanded from London to New York (1955), the first to conduct sales in Hong Kong (1973), India (1992), and France (2001), and the first international fine art auction house in China (2012). Today, Sotheby’s presents auctions in ten different salesrooms, including New York, London, Hong Kong, and Paris. Sotheby’s Bid Now program allows visitors to view all auctions live online and place bids from anywhere in the...Read More
world. Sothebys nyc auction house stands as an emblem of prestige and sophistication. With a legacy spanning centuries, Sotheby's has become synonymous with auctioning exceptional art pieces, rare collectibles, and prized possessions from around the globe. The allure of Sothebys auction house extends far beyond its physical presence. It symbolizes a tradition of excellence, integrity, and expertise in the art market. Each auction hosted by Sotheby's is a meticulously curated event, showcasing a diverse array of fine art, jewelry, antiques, and other valuable artifacts. Whether it's a masterpiece by a renowned artist or a historically significant artifact, Sotheby's prides itself on presenting only the finest and most sought-after items to its clientele. A Sotheby' auction is an experience unlike any other, where the excitement of competitive bidding meets the thrill of acquiring coveted treasures. From priceless artworks to exquisite jewelry pieces, each item up for auction at Sotheby's tells a story and holds immense value for collectors and enthusiasts alike. With its global reach and unparalleled reputation, Sotheby's auctions attract a diverse audience of passionate collectors, investors, and art aficionados, all vying to acquire pieces of unparalleled beauty and significance. For those in search of the ultimate auction experience in New York City, Sothebys auction house NYC stands as the premier destination. Nestled within the vibrant cultural landscape of Manhattan, Sotheby's flagship location embodies the epitome of luxury and sophistication. Here, amidst the hustle and bustle of the city that never sleeps, art lovers and collectors converge to partake in the excitement of world-class auctions, making Sotheby's a quintessential destination for anyone with a passion for the finest things in life. AuctionDaily is your ultimate source for all online auction news related to Sotheby's auctions, providing comprehensive coverage of auction previews and upcoming events. As a leading platform for auction enthusiasts, collectors, and industry professionals, AuctionDaily delivers timely and insightful news, analysis, and highlights across the globe. Looking for upcoming auction near me this weekend? explore our list of upcoming auctions for more details.Read Less
  • Mar 13, 2019

    An Extraordinary Sale Comprising over 970 LotsEstimated at HK$60-82 Million / US$7.7-10.6 MillionOne of the Most Spectacular Sales to Come to Market in Recent Memory A Stunning Array of the Most Sought-After and Rare WinesFrom Bordeaux, Burgundy and Beyond, Including Historic Vintages from Henri Jayer, DRC, Coche-Dury, Ramonet, the First Growths, P...

  • Mar 13, 2019

    Exceptional Results for Inaugural Spirits Live Sale in AsiaLed by The Black Bowmore Archive Cabinet,Sold for HK$4,375,000 / US$563,000 to an Asian Private CollectorWines from the Cellar of Joseph Lau Part II 100% SoldSmashing Pre-Sale High Estimate to Bring HK$52.6 Million / US$6.8 Million Sotheby’s three-day sales series of wines and spirits in ...

  • Mar 13, 2019

    An Architectural Masterpiece by CartierA Diamond and Rock Crystal Bangle-Bracelet featuring a phenomenal 63.66-carat pear-shaped white diamond2,000 hours in the making, the jewel pays tribute to Cartier’s Iconic Art Deco CreationsA Jadeite Bangle - The “Circle of Happiness”“A true treasure of nature” weighing 277.673 carats This April, So...

  • Mar 13, 2019

    The Latest Edition Of Now! An Online Auction Of Contemporary Art, Photography, Design And African & Oceanic Pieces To Open In March With Rock & Roll Photographer Claude Gassian Given Carte Blanche To Curate The Exhibition For the seventh edition of Sotheby’s eclectic and much-anticipated NOW! online auction, photographer Claude Gassian ta...

  • Mar 13, 2019

    Featuring Gifts from her Father, Louis MountbattenAnd Historic Pieces from the Jewellery Box of Queen Victoria To Be Offered at Sotheby’s London on 24 March

  • Mar 13, 2019

    SANDRO BOTTICELLI'S RENAISSANCE MASTERPIECEPORTRAIT OF A YOUNG MAN HOLDING A ROUNDELSELLS FOR RECORD $92.2 MILLIONAT SOTHEBY'S NEW YORK The Highest Ever Price Achieved for an Old Master at Sotheby’s Shatters Previous Botticelli Auction Record By 9 Times One of the Greatest Renaissance Paintings Ever to Come to the Market Last Purchased at Auction...

  • Mar 13, 2019

    Strength in Asia, New Digital Tools, and Luxury Categories Drive Rapid Expansion of Client Base With several auctions still to go before the close of 2020, Sotheby’s consolidated sales thus far this year now stand at over $5 billion. As a result of client focus, adaptation and innovation, Sotheby’s finishes 2020 as the industry leader in this t...

  • Mar 13, 2019

    The Timepieces and Innovationsthat Made Collectors Tick in 2020 SOTHEBY'S WATCHES “2020 has been a transformative year for the watch auction market, perhaps the most significant evolution since the emergence of the collecting category in the 1980s. We have embraced the unprecedented times to start reinventing the way we connect with the ever-grow...

  • Mar 13, 2019

    700 Artworks Spanning 800 YearsStar Works by Botticelli and Rembrandt from New York auction in January to join line-up*Exhibition Opens 5 December*34-35 New Bond Street, W1A 2AA With Sotheby’s poised to re-open the doors once more onto its galleries in New Bond Street in London, this winter season’s series of Old Master and Treasures sales will...

  • Mar 13, 2019

    Featuring Rare Michael Jordan MemorabiliaCelebrating the Iconic Athlete’s LegacyLED BY:MICHAEL JORDAN’S ‘SHATTERED BACKBOARD’GAME WORN AND SIGNED STEFANEL TRIESTE JERSEY**Worn During the Incredible Moment in Basketball HistoryWhen Jordan Dunked the Ball & Shattered the BackboardIn Trieste, Italy in 1985**On Offer from Carlo St...

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  • Apr 8, 2024

    Chinese Famille Verte Plate, Kangxi period with stunning Butterfly and Flower decoration (Credit Ralph M. Chait Galleries Inc.) New York:   The 15th edition of Asia Week New York which concluded its nine- day run on March 22nd rang up $100,879,195M in combined sales between the twenty-one galleries and five auction houses. At press time, this ...

  • Dec 18, 2023

    New York:  The Asia Week New York Association is delighted to announce the participation of  twenty-eight esteemed international galleries and six leading auction houses —Bonhams, Christie’s, Doyle, Heritage Auctions, iGavel, and Sotheby’s–in the 2024 edition of Asia Week New York.  Marking its 15th year in celebrating Asian art and cult...

  • Dec 6, 2023

    수집가들이 미술품 구매에 점점 더 신중을 기하고 있으며 미술시장은 침체기에 접어들었다는 분석이 나왔다. 한국미술품감정연구센터(Korea Art Authentication & Appraisal Inc., 이하 KAAAI)가 내놓은 ‘2023년 3분기 미술시장 분석보고서’에 의하면, 10월 5~6일 진행된 소더�...

  • Dec 6, 2023

    Collectors are increasingly cautious about purchasing art, and the art market has officially entered a recession, according to an analysis. According to the "Art Market Report, 3Q 2023" released by Korea Art Authentication & Application Inc. (KAAAI), the total sale of Hong Kong auctions conducted by Sotheby's and Phillips from October 5 to 6, 2...

  • Aug 1, 2023

    Step into Freddie Mercury’s world at Sotheby's London this September. Music enthusiasts and collectors alike are eagerly anticipating Sotheby’s monumental auction of Mercury’s personal collection. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to delve into the public and private realm of a global icon who achieved worldwide fame as the lead vocali...

  • May 8, 2023

    Global auction sales by three companies, Christie's, Sotheby's, and Phillips, fell more than 10% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2023, a recent report showed. In addition, sales at Korea's two major auction houses (K Auction and Seoul Auction) also shrank by nearly 60 percent during the same period. Some analysts said that the global art marke...

  • Apr 25, 2023

    Most cars depreciate over time, sharply losing value as soon as they leave the dealer’s parking lot. However, the price of some models skyrocket over time to incredible heights. These are rare and iconic cars, often from the racing world. Such cars are usually taken from private collections and auctioned off by reputable auction houses, but there...

  • Apr 3, 2023

    New York:   Ending their 9-day run on March 24th, the 14th edition of Asia Week New York returned with the energy and exuberance of pre-pandemic years with twenty-six galleries and six auction houses reporting sales that collectively rang up an impressive $132,715,125 in sales. At press time, this figure includes 22 out of 26 galleries reporti...

  • Mar 21, 2023

    한국 경매업계에 지각 변동이 일어날 진동이 감지되고 있다. 진원(epicenter)은 글로벌 메이저 경매사 소더비다. 소더비는 한국 선두 경매사 ‘서울옥션’과 인수 협상을 진행하고 있는 가운데 한국 진출을 공식 선언했다. 이 같은 소더비 행보를 놓고, 한국 미술·경매...

  • Mar 21, 2023

    There is currently a vibration in the Korean auction industry that will cause major changes. At the epicenter is Sotheby's, a major global auction house. Sotheby's has officially announced its re-entry into Korea amid negotiations with Seoul Auction, Korea's leading auction house. The Korean art and auction industry is paying keen attention to this...

  • Mar 15, 2023

    2010년 12월 소더비 뉴욕 경매. 놀라운 소식이 전해졌다. 1천만 달러를 훌쩍 넘는 책이 탄생했다. 북미 대륙에 서식하는 조류 489종 1065마리를 435점 사실화에 담은 ‘북미의 새들’(Birds of America)이 ‘세계에서 가장 비싼 책’이라는 타이틀을 손에 쥐었다. 당시 경매 낙�...

  • Mar 15, 2023

    Sotheby's New York auction in December 2010– the surprising news spread. Birds of America, which contains 435 views of 1,065 birds of 489 species living in the United States, had won the title of ‘the world's most expensive book.’ At that time, the auction price was USD 11.5 million. The record was maintained until the first American-printed ...

  • Mar 13, 2023

    NEW YORK–When twenty-six international galleries and six auction houses–Bonhams, Christies, Doyle, Heritage, iGavel, and Sotheby’s– open their doors for the 2023 edition of Asia Week New York, from March 16th  through 24th , an abundance of eye-alluring treasures are certain to entice the wide swath of collectors, curators, and connois...

  • Mar 10, 2023

    The much-awaited annual Asia Week New York is around the corner. Top-notch international Asian art galleries and major auction houses will collaborate to celebrate Asian art and culture. The 2023 edition of Asia Week New York, now in its 14th year, will formally run from March 16 through March 24, 2023. An arrangement of lots available during Bonha...

  • Jan 23, 2023

    한국 미술품 경매시장이 구매자가 가격 협상에 우선권을 쥔 구매자 주도 시장(Buyer’s market)으로 돌아섰다는 분석이 나왔다. 다만 이런 양상에서도 세계적 명성을 지닌 이우환 작가의 작품 수요는 여전한 것으로 나타났다. 한국미술품감정연구센터(Korea Art Authenticatio...