The Sublime and the Beautiful: Asian Masterpieces of Devotion

The Sublime and the Beautiful: Asian Masterpieces of Devotion totaled $18,985,250 /£11,581,003 /€13,859,233.

Hugo Weihe, International Director of Asian Art; Katsura Yamaguchi, International Director of Japanese Art; and Tina Zonars, Senior International Director of Chinese Works of Art, said “The global community of collectors responded with enthusiasm to our inaugural sale of iconic works of art from all the great religions of Asia, The Sublime and the Beautiful: Asian Masterpieces of Devotion. Deep bidding was indicative of the ever increasing demand for works of the highest quality, fresh to the market and boasting both prestigious provenance and art historical and cultural significance. Christie's is honored to have presented this sale across categories, which we are uniquely placed to do.”