From the Kellywood to the Mini Kelly Picnic, browse the most coveted limited editions of the Hermès Kelly
Why devotees of the Swiss brand never settle for less than the best — illustrated with outstanding examples offered at Christie’s
A guide to opulent ornaments for glittering occasions, ranging from tiaras worn by princesses to more versatile and affordable examples
An introduction to the artist who created the most recognisable Japanese artwork ever made, The Great Wave off Kanagawa
Having fled Nazi Europe, these two Jewish potters settled in London to establish a style of ceramic art that has remained influential ever since
Advice on how to identify valuable pieces in different styles and materials from across Asia — illustrated with works offered at Christie’s
The French designer’s playful creations have won admirers ranging from Middle Eastern royalty to Jennifer Aniston
Wine specialist Charlie Foley explores the Pinot Noir wines of Domaine Armand Rousseau, the current darling of the auction world
An expert guide to the fine wines produced at this revered Burgundy estate
Christie’s Design specialists illuminate the origins of Louis Comfort Tiffany’s masterpieces in leaded glass, illustrated with lots offered at Christie’s
Interested in starting a collection of photographs? Here we consider the three key questions faced by buyers new to the art form
The importance of understanding not only which vintages are great, but also why — illustrated with lots offered at Christie’s
The grapes, blends and communes that produce some of the world’s finest reds — and the perfect food pairings to go with them
The colourful life and art of the maverick Italian conceptualist, who came to prominence as part of the Arte Povera movement
Specialist Charles Foley looks at the Côte de Beaune and Corton hill, home to the world’s greatest Chardonnays. Illustrated with lots offered at Christie’s
A guide to the artist whose work galvanised Chinese painting in the second-half of the 20th century. Illustrated with lots offered at Christie’s
Chinese paintings specialist Carmen Shek Cerne introduces the artists who have rewritten the rules of classical tradition
A guide to the only domaine in Burgundy to produce wine exclusively from Grand Cru vineyards, including the most sought-after examples ever sold
A guide to the photographer whose eroticised and provocative images subverted traditional conventions of fashion photography
A guide to this creative and expressive art form, which is valued as an outward expression of the artist’s state of mind
From Prouvé to Perriand, a quick guide to the leading figures in French mid-century design, illustrated with covetable pieces offered at Christie’s
A closer look at the life and friendships of the expatriate Chinese artist who bridged the divide between East and West
The Italian Pop art pioneer who counted Cy Twombly, Jean-Luc Godard and members of the Rolling Stones among his friends
How to navigate palettes, glazes, reign marks and different kilns. Illustrated with works offered at Christie’s
In 1802, London-born George Chinnery boarded a ship for India. He spent the next 50 years making portraits and landscapes, never returning home
How the Italian capital rose from the ashes of the Second World War to become a global centre of creativity in design, cinema and the visual arts
A guide to starting a collection with Chinese Works of Art specialist Vicki Paloympis, illustrated with pieces offered at Christie’s
In recent years Japanese whisky has become as desirable as Scotland’s ‘water of life’. Here’s how to tell your Yoichi from your Yamazaki
A guide to archaic bronze vessels, from inscriptions and origins to purpose and provenance, illustrated with lots offered at Christie’s
An expert guide to Song ceramics, whose clarity of form and subdued palette suggests a modernity at odds with their antiquity