Explore a breathtaking array of Impressionist and modern art, to be offered in our forthcoming 20th Century Week auctions from 15–22 June.
Why this iconic piece, offered in New York on 20 June, represented a 'moment of profound transition’ for its creator — and for furniture design itself
The rarely-exhibited portrait of Dora Maar will be a highlight of the Impressionist and Modern Art Evening Sale
Books and Manuscripts specialist Heather Pisani delves into intimate letters written by the sister of Orville and Wilbur Wright, offered in New York on 14 June
A closer look at 10 artists whose reputations and markets are on the rise — all with works offered in our 28 June sale in London
An exceptional example of the most valuable illustrated book ever produced — and an icon of American art — will be offered on 14 June to benefit conservation causes
This 300-year-old Mbembe figure is one of fewer than 20 known to exist. Offered in Paris, it is part of ‘a market-making moment’ for Nigerian material at Christie’s
This monumental, square-format work is a major highlight of Christie’s Impressionist and Modern Art Evening Sale on 20 June in London
The work from The Collection of Nancy Lee and Perry R. Bass will lead Christie’s Impressionist and Modern Art Evening Sale on 20 June in London
Specialist Tim Schmelcher explains why this 1655 print is considered among the artist’s greatest achievements in any medium
Can you tell your tabatière from yourboîte-à-mouches? Specialist David McLachlan offers the ultimate guide to storing your snuff
African art treasures collected by avant-garde gallerists Liliane and Michel Durand-Dessert over more than 30 years
From Prouvé to Perriand, Lalanne to Leleu and more, illustrated with covetable pieces coming up for auction in New York on 20 June
To mark the 300th anniversary of Thomas Chippendale’s birth, experts discuss the life and legacy of Britain's greatest cabinet-maker
Exceptional results for works in the category across the Rockefeller and 20th century auctions confirms the strength of the market
Specialist Peter Klarnet tells the stories behind a proof copy of the Declaration of Independence and the earliest dated printing of The Star-Spangled Banner
Why the French Impressionist’s paintings of the Saint-Lazare train station are among his greatest achievements
Works by Miró, Klee, Degas, Cézanne and more, offered in the Impressionist & Modern Works on Paper sale on 21 June at Christie’s in London
The minimalist art movement of the 1970s exerts a powerful influence on some South Korean artists, as Claire Wrathall reports
A special exhibition at Christie’s in Shanghai marks the first time the Taiwanese artist’s work will have been shown in mainland China
Novelist Ali Smith celebrates the tragically short life and pioneering work of Pauline Boty, whose Portrait of Derek Marlowe is offered in London on 19 June
With an exceptional stock of Lafleur offered in Finest Wines and Spirits in New York, 14-15 June, specialist Noah May evaluates its particular ‘mystique’
Two special auctions celebrate the gallery’s 10-year anniversary at Duke of York Square and the seminal exhibitions it has mounted over the past decade
Six tips for a healthy and happy handbag, from Christie’s specialist Rachel Koffsky
Explore more than 220 exceptional designs, from limited-edition Hermès to whimsical Chanel runway evening bags, offered in London on 12 June
Works owned by the former Chairman and CEO of Paramount Pictures to be offered in the Design sale on 20 June in New York
Specialists Rachel Koffsky and Lucile Andreani select five bags from our 12 June sale in London, and explain what makes them so desirable
Artists, patrons and critics have argued for centuries over the right way to frame a painting. Ultimately, it’s a matter of personal taste, says Andrew Graham-Dixon
Famous for wrapping the Pont Neuf in Paris, Berlin’s Reichstag and the islands of Greater Miami, the 82-year-old Bulgarian artist still has big plans
Daphne Lingon, Head of Jewellery at Christie’s in New York, on the 'dramatic' ring with which David Rockefeller proposed to Peggy in 1940