Dating to between 2400 and 2300 BC, this group statue of a father and son came to the UK in the late 18th century
Enjoy a 360 view of an array of timeless and elegant pieces from antiquity to the 20th century
This Egyptian cat was made as a votive offering to the goddess Bastet, and is one of the largest examples to survive
Specialist G. Max Bernheimer explains their significance, featuring exquisite pieces from the G. Sangiorgi Collection
Ancient helmets offer a fascinating insight into bygone battles and the societies that fought them
Ancient jewellery styles are in vogue, but original pieces that can be thousands of years old are surprisingly affordable
Antiquities specialist Claudio Corsi explains the history of this delicate material — and the qualities to look out for
Why Christie’s was the place to be this year, with outstanding results both in our salerooms and online
To the scholar Arthur Upham Pope, these gold reliefs were among the world’s greatest artworks
Using tailoring techniques and embroidery, the Barcelona-born artist makes fabric sculptures inspired by bronze and marble works of antiquity
Christie’s presents Classic Week New York. Engage with timeless and elegant pieces from antiquity to the 20th century
Explore a virtual 360-degree tour of the very best in classic art from our second group of Classic Week sales
Specialist Claudio Corsi admires a remarkable relic from prehistoric Ireland — played using the same techniques as for a didgeridoo
Specialist Margaret Gristina on a lavishly decorated Shang-dynasty wine vessel in the form of a tiger and an owl
An exquisite work of Pre-Columbian art, a prized possession of the New York art dealer, comes to auction on 9 February
In this challenging year Christie’s has embraced new digital technologies, connecting its clients with sales across the globe while making auction history
Christie's Antiquities specialist Claudio Corsi advises on seven things to consider before buying ancient marbles
A 360-degree view of highlights from our upcoming Classic Week auction series
Cecilia Zi, Kate Hunt and Christie’s CEO Guillaume Cerutti on a pair of gold and silver-inlaid bronze chariot fittings fashioned in the region of 2,400 years ago
This remarkable survival is thought to be from the same Qu’ran as other folios held in Leiden and Paris which have been dated to 650-700 AD
One of the most complete T. rex skeletons ever found — offered on 6 October at Christie’s in New York
A 360-degree view of exceptional pieces on offer this October in Classic Week New York
Offered on 13 October at Christie’s in New York, this Attic red-figured kylix could be about to eclipse a landmark figure set 20 years ago, says Harry Seymour
Insights into the enduring appeal of works that were sculpted some 5,000 years ago. Illustrated with pieces offered at Christie’s
Besides practising Daoism and Confucianism, the Ming court was keen to align itself with Tibetan Buddhist institutions
From bald patches and beards to furrowed brows and those intense stares — how to read the changing faces of Roman busts across the centuries
When Mary sailed for Scotland to claim her throne, she took this illuminated prayer book with her. It is offered on 29 July at Christie’s London
A custom Hermès bag, a statue of Aphrodite and paintings by Tamayo and Berchem — all available for immediate purchase
A special preview of works available for immediate purchase through Christie’s Private Sales service
Take a 360-degree view of the magnificent objects on offer via our live sale in London this June