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
From antiquities to watches — whatever your passion, our specialists offer expert insights into what to look for and how to find it
Ancient jewellery styles are in vogue, but original pieces that can be thousands of years old are surprisingly affordable
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
Specialist G. Max Bernheimer explains their significance, featuring exquisite pieces from the G. Sangiorgi Collection
With her high-piled ringlets, gold earrings and heavy black kohl, the woman portrayed in this funerary painting offers a glimpse of life almost 2,000 years ago
Christie’s Pre-Columbian art specialist Fatma Turkkan-Wille offers an expert overview of the category, and offers advice to first-time buyers
International Head of Antiquities G. Max Bernheimer surveys some magnificent examples, while Hannah Solomon offers an expert introduction
From Cupid to Kahlo to Keats — the artworks and objects that encapsulate the power of love
A look back at the standout moments, extraordinary objects and storied collections offered at Christie’s this year
The series of 15 sales was led by two exceptional predella panels by artist Giovanni di Paolo
Explore art from antiquity to the 20th century, offered as part of Classic Week in London, 3–13 December
Specialist Claudio Corsi traces the origins of these two Roman reproductions of ancient Greek bronzes, which sold for a combined £2.2 million in December
Early European Sculpture specialist Milo Dickinson explains where and when this colourful cross was made, and why it sold for £162,500