Contemporary Art Frenzy
Contemporary Art Frenzy – here is Souren Melikian’s take on the Christie’s blockbuster evening sale. In case you are wondering, when you add up all the works sold at the two main salerooms the total reaches $977.2M … then tack on … More…
Warhol ‘Marilyns’ Lead Muted $79 Million Phillips Sale
Warhol ‘Marilyns’ Lead Muted $79 Million Phillips Sale—the last of this week’s contemporary sales in New York City. This one only squeezed past its low estimate with the help of the buyer’s premium (presale est. $77.5-$105.5). Warhol’s Four Marilyns (a … More…
Painting of the Day (SOLD archives) – Herbert W. Weekes’ “Backyard Gossip”
Painting of the Day: Here is a cute and adorable little British Victorian painting by Herbert W. Weekes that the gallery sold back in the 1980s. Herbert W. Weekes’ Backyard Gossip is a charming portrayal of two dogs engaging in … More…
More on Tonight’s Sale – Holy Moly!
It was an amazing display of people spending money — and a lot different from last night’s session at Sotheby’s. Here, Christie’s blew the doors off the competition. By lot 50 they were up to $377M — and I will … More…
Only In America, Or Maybe Not? By Howard Rehs
Only in America, or Maybe Not? By Howard Rehs – I was recently asked if I would contribute to the Art, Antiques and Luxury Design Blog … so here is my first post: some of my favorite questions and comments … More…