Jessica Lack reveals how the city that inspired the cool minimalism of Ed Ruscha et al has become a serious rival to New York
From craquelure to patina, watermarks to brushstrokes… Our specialists on what they’re looking for when someone brings a work of art into Christie’s
Fewer than 30 of these horseshoe-back armchairs are known to exist. This one comes to auction on 13 September in New York
Important Chinese works of art from one of America’s leading cultural institutions coming to auction in New York
Our specialist Ling’ao Tong admires one of the two largest known Tang jade carvings, which is offered in New York on 13 September
In our regular series of interviews, collectors discuss how they got started, their motivations, and, ultimately, what their collection means to them
Norwegian entrepreneur and collector Christen Sveaas offers Jonathan Bastable a tour of his sculpture park and new gallery at Kistefos
Behind the scenes with Christie’s specialists and the remarkable artworks and objects they come into contact with
A new collector’s guide to palettes, glazes, reign marks, and the different kilns, plus why it pays to handle as many pieces as possible
Specialist Aisi Wang guides us through the life and art of one of the finest Japanese artists of the 20th century
As an extraordinary collection of West Coast art comes to Christie’s in New York, we meet the visionary couple behind the collection
Specialist Tristan Bruck advises on how to identify valuable pieces in different styles and materials from across Asia
Specialist Michelle Cheng shares her expert advice, from knowing the woods collectors look for to investing in climate control
From applique and back splats to veneering and wingbacks, an essential glossary of furniture terms
Design specialist Beth Vilinsky illuminates the origins of Louis Comfort Tiffany’s masterpiece, illustrated with upcoming lots at Christie’s
Specialist Rebecca Ross identifies the most sought-after pieces on collectors’ radars. Illustrated with watches offered in our online sale
The leading contemporary sculptor shows us around his studio and the incredible sculpture park he has created in South Africa
Christian Levett’s collection, at home and in his museum, highlights the influence of classical sculpture on contemporary art. Claire Wrathall went to meet him
Specialist Liz Hammer guides us through the life and work of the artist-monk who outwitted the Qing dynasty rulers to leave an extraordinary legacy
As an extraordinary collection of Chinese export silver comes to Christie’s Online, specialist Jill Waddell explains why it reflects a unique period of cultural exchange
The collection of the New York socialite and style icon will be offered in a dedicated sale in New York this October
Specialist Jacqueline Dennis Subhash explains how and why this sculpture was made, and recalls her visits to the bronze workshops of the Kathmandu Valley
Offered in New York, the art collected by the Tony Award-winning producer, philanthropist and ‘grand dame’ of Palm Beach
From California to the Turks and Caicos islands, 5 luxury homes with pools designed for making a bigger splash
Christie's leading charity auctioneer reflects on commanding an audience, empowering women, and her new book on finding success
The ‘Godfather of Toy Figures’ invites us into his Hong Kong studio to discuss his upcoming selling exhibition at Christie’s Shanghai, 31 August–12 September
The first man you meet at Christie’s in London — named Doorman of the Year in the Mayfair & St James’s 2019 Community Awards — looks back on his career
A series of exclusive Christies.com films in which artists invite us into their studios to discuss their work
As he approaches his 100th birthday, France’s most successful living artist imparts wisdom about the painterly gesture
A closer look at the details and histories of a superb selection of watches offered in Watches Online: The Keystone Collection