Specialist Alexandre Bigler on the unique charms of a collection of 13 Patek Philippe minute repeaters coming to auction in July
During the first half of the 20th century — the golden age of American illustration — artists such as Rockwell and Wyeth helped to define a nation's identity
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
A guide to the sculptor whose masterworks, The Age of Bronze, The Thinker and The Kiss, revolutionised the medium
How Anne Brigman, Imogen Cunningham, Berenice Abbott, Dorothea Lange and Ilse Bing forged paths for others to follow
Our specialists’ tips, from what to look for in a glaze to how to read hidden stamps — featuring upcoming works offered at Christie’s
Everything you need to know about the artists, print processes, studios and terminology — plus a whole heap more
Christie’s African & Oceanic art specialist Victor Teodorescu offers some helpful pointers for new buyers of Oceanic art
Christie’s Pre-Columbian art specialist Fatma Turkkan-Wille offers an expert overview of the category, and offers advice to first-time buyers
Faces and figures that look back and connect with us across time, by artists ranging from Velázquez to Rubens to Freud
An expert introduction to the bags created by one of the world’s most famous fashion houses, from the Constance to the Kelly
Ancient jewellery styles are in vogue, but original pieces that can be thousands of years old are surprisingly affordable
From Wolfers Brothers via Henry Vever and Suzanne Belperron to Aldo Cipullo, a guide to some of jewellery’s hidden gems
Why collectors are in thrall to the extraordinary craftsmanship behind the creation of the ultimate bag — illustrated with examples offered at Christie’s
From the colour of your outfit to the number of dragons on your coat, how Chinese robes told everyone exactly who you were
An expert look at the history of the French jewellery house and its iconic creations loved by film stars, heiresses and royalty
International Head of Antiquities G. Max Bernheimer surveys some magnificent examples, while Hannah Solomon offers an expert introduction
A guide to the poet, painter and sculptor described as ‘one of the most innovative and inexhaustible artists of his time’
A comprehensive guide to the many Louis Vuitton bags and trunks on the market — including the most sought-after models
A history of the illustrious maison, illustrated with historic necklaces, rings, bracelets and clocks sold at Christie’s
A series of guides to some of the most important artists we offer at auction
An expert guide to palettes, glazes, reign marks, and the different kilns, featuring outstanding examples sold at Christie’s
A primer on the jewellers who cast aside Art Nouveau’s nature-inspired forms in favour of an aesthetic that celebrated modernity and technology
Why connoisseurs pursue the best cases from Chateau Montelena, Heitz Cellars, Ridge, Harlan Estate, Opus One, and more
The Métiers d’Art collection is witty, eclectic and Chanel to the core. Illustrated with bags offered at Christie’s
Find out more about Chinese decorative techniques, and how and why glazes evolved via crackles, ’tear marks’ and blushes
An expert introduction to Bulgari rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches, including cutting-edge concepts such as the Trombino ring and the Serpenti bracelet-watch
The history, the designers, the historic pieces sold at Christie’s — plus iconic Tiffany rings, bracelets and necklaces
Author Jessica Lack introduces 20th-century art movements born out of political engagement, decolonisation and conflict
From which wines to decant to candles, ‘ah-sos’ and those troublesome crumbling corks — wine specialist Charles Foley offers his top tips