The library of the novelist included a translation by a brilliant young mathematician that foresaw the age of computing
As his original artwork for Led Zeppelin’s debut LP comes to auction, the designer George Hardie recalls his first meeting with the rock band
Christie’s specialist Valérie Didier reveals the story behind one of Théo van Rysselberghe’s most progressive works
This photograph for LIFE was taken by the magazine’s first African American staff photographer — later a groundbreaking Hollywood director
A 360-degree preview of our upcoming online auction of Chinese paintings, to be offered 25 May to 1 June
Works by Hannah Wilke, Barbara Kruger, Awol Erizku, Andy Warhol and more — offered in our Vice and Virtue online sales
House & Garden magazine selects its favourite lots on offer in The Collector online, until 1 June
From 28 May-12 June, prints of selected photographs are to be offered online in RADArt4Aid in conjunction with Christie’s
This is one of only three such historic newspapers confirmed to still exist — and it is the first time that one of them has ever been offered at auction
As Christie’s fourth Handpicked sale moves fully online, we speak to a quartet of rising stars about art and inspiration under lockdown
This Picasso masterpiece ushers in a new sale format at Christie’s connecting Hong Kong, Paris, London and New York
A 360-degree view of important works from the Renaissance to the 20th century ahead of our four auctions in Paris this May, including a drawing from Tiepolo’s Punchinello series, illustrated books by Picasso and an 18th-century equinoctial sundial
Christie’s specialist Noah Davis explains why this new banner work by Carrie Mae Weems offers a positive message in a time of uncertainty
Specialist James Hyslop surveys some of the stunning natural marvels — from meteorites to dinosaur’s teeth — offered in our Sculpted by Nature sale, 4-21 May
Introducing an online sale of photographs to support the Andy Warhol Foundation’s efforts to provide emergency relief to artists
A special preview of selected highlights from our upcoming Post-War and Contemporary Art Amsterdam online auction, to be offered 2 - 18 June
Christie’s Pre-Columbian art specialist Fatma Turkkan-Wille offers an expert overview of the category, and offers advice to first-time buyers
Ahead of our online sale, Walker Evans: An American Master, we trace the life and career of the forefather of the American documentary tradition
Explore our Prints and Multiples highlights exhibition featuring editions from the 19th century to the present day
A guide to the pioneering photographer forever identified with the majesty of the American West — illustrated with works offered online from 27 May to 4 June
A special preview of selected highlights from our upcoming Get Art! A 20th Century Escape online auction, to be offered 28 May - 11 June
We explore the artist’s lifelong obsession with the game, and the pipe he presented to one victorious opponent
The history, the designers, the historic pieces sold at Christie’s — plus iconic Tiffany rings, bracelets and necklaces
Join our specialists for a closer look at some of the treasures we’ve offered at auction
Whether you’ve got $500 to spend or are ready to go to $50,000-plus, there’s a Hermès bag for you in our Handbags & Accessories sales
Château Lafite Rothschild is undoubtedly one of the world’s most prestigious and collectible wines. Tim Triptree MW helps explain why it’s so highly sought after
Specialist G. Max Bernheimer explains their significance, featuring exquisite pieces from the G. Sangiorgi Collection
Louise Broadhurst, Head of Oriental Rugs and Carpets, explains how a once-mighty carpet has come to be dispersed across the globe, from Paris to Boston to Berlin
Specialist Hélène Rihal tells the story of three previously unpublished Simon Vouet portraits made in the early 17th century