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Chiswick Auction X BrandCo Paris
In 1995, when Princess Diana visited France for the Cézanne Art Exhibition at the Grand Palais, the First Lady of France gifted her the new Dior ‘Chouchou’ bag. Later, Diana ordered one in every available color. It was regularly seen with her and the company eventually changed the bag’s name…
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Twentieth-Century Art & Design - Online Only
The upcoming Twentieth-Century Art & Design - Online Only sale, offered by Casco Bay Auctions, presents fine art alongside jewelry, furniture, and other decorative items. One of the available paintings, by Beverly Hallam, is titled Paperwhite’s Farewell I. An American printmaker and artist, Hallam often focused her work on oceans…
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New York City Estate Auction
French artist Gaston Sébire is known for his landscapes, seascapes, still lifes, and flowers. Although he began painting at the age of 18, Sébire did not gain recognition until his forties. An engraver and painter of theater decorations, Sébire’s works did not follow industry trends but rather focused on beauty,…
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Watches and Jewelry Auction from Nacional Monte de Piedad
The upcoming Watches and Jewelry Auction from Nacional Monte de Piedad, presented by Morton Subastas, will offer a selection of luxury watches. Rolex, Hublot, and Bulgari Sotirio are among the highlighted brands. One of the standout items is from Hublot’s Big Bang collection. The available watch is made of 18-karat…
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Luxury Handbags from the Estate of Mary Max
Doyle is offering the upcoming Luxury Handbags from the Estate of Mary Max auction in February. Mary Max was the wife of psychedelic artist and Pop Art icon Peter Max. Included in the auction are handbags that belonged to Mary Max, from Christian Dior to Louis Vuitton and Chanel. Highlighted…
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New York City Estate Auction, March 1
Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn, one of the leading artists of the Dutch Golden Age, was among the most sought-after portraitists of his time. A draftsman and etcher, Rembrandt’s work explored the interplay of light and shade. His paintings are included in several of the world’s greatest museum collections, including the…
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Fine Jewelry
The upcoming Fine Jewelry auction, presented by Doyle, offers over 800 lots of jewelry, watches, and more by Van Cleef & Arpels, Tiffany & Co., Cartier, David Webb, Rolex, Patek Philippe, and others. Particularly featured is a luxury handbag collection from the estate of animal rights advocate Mary Max. Inspired by…
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Haute Couture, Hollywood Designs and Luxury Fall Fashion
To greet autumn amiably, Hindman is offering an auction of Haute Couture, Hollywood Designs and Luxury Fall Fashion. An even mix of practical and rare luxuries, this sale features the work of designers such as Christian Dior, Louis Vuitton, Yves Saint Laurent, Oscar de la Renta, and many more. With…
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Summer Fashion and Accessories
The Summer Fashion and Accessories auction by Hindman, offers names not to be missed. Those names include Christian Dior, Chanel, André Courregés, and others. Featured in the auction is a Christian Dior haute couture dress and shawl worn by Renée Fleming in 2008 for her role as The Countess in…
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Online Only Vintage Couture Auction | Subasta Vintage de Alta Costura en Línea
Try on a selection of vintage clothing in the upcoming Online Only Vintage Couture Auction offered by Mexico City-based auction house Morton Subastas. Featuring women’s apparel from many of the world’s most renowned clothiers, this auction includes vintage apparel of all styles for any season. The vibrant colors of a…
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Fashion as Fine Art: What’s Fueling Demand for Couture at Auction?
Installation view of "Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams," on view at the V&A, London through September 1, 2019.Estimated Reading Time As a pioneer of the industry, Christian Dior was one of the first in the fashion business to engineer lucrative license agreements for accessories and cosmetics such as stockings, lipstick, and perfume.…
