Vallayer-Coster was a favourite of Marie Antoinette, yet somehow survived the French Revolution and later sold paintings to the Empress Joséphine
Among the treasures collected by the former judge are several pieces passed on to him by the renowned dealer Robert Ellsworth
The artist couple explain why Andy Warhol ‘would definitely be using this kind of technology’ were he alive today
The Queen of Disco’s era-defining tracks told powerful stories and changed the face of dance music
The ruby and diamond design stars in Anne Eisenhower’s remarkable jewellery collection
The competitive but loving bond between the two artists is explored in Designs by Alberto and Diego Giacometti
A closer look at the life and friendships of the expatriate Chinese artist who bridged the divide between East and West
The Bruce M. Lisman Collection presents an unrivalled selection of works from Hawthorne’s oeuvre, and his peers’
Sold entirely without reserve, J.E. Safra’s collection presents something for everyone
Celebrating a collecting journey spanning five decades, Christie’s presents an exhibition of Chinese paintings from the Foh Collection
Taking cues from the architectural splendour of the house, Ann Getty created a dazzling 19th-century interior
To mark the Coronation, we look at some of the depictions of monarchs that have left an indelible mark on the history and iconography of royalty
Spanning the mid-19th century to the birth of Art Deco, these pieces are unusual in having never been altered to suit subsequent fashions
Imaginative and meticulously crafted, Joel Arthur Rosenthal’s exclusive jewellery designs are treasured the world over
The largest exhibition of First Folios ever assembled in Britain will be staged at Christie’s in London between 2 and 26 May 2023
Guided by her brother, the dealer André Emmerich, Nici Teweles built a collection of renowned Colour Field painters
The brand creating some of the most innovative and in-demand watches in the world. Illustrated with some of the watchmaker’s rarest creations
An introduction to the American great who began ‘drawing in space’ before changing our world with his invention of the mobile
The dynamic painting offers a remarkably personal study of the artist, during a period when he rarely painted himself
A primer on the American artist who has been at the forefront of Californian cool since 1963. Illustrated with works on offer at Christie's New York this May
Prized for its translucency and aqueous quality, jadeite has been one of the most sought-after gemstones in China for centuries
Why collectors are in thrall to the extraordinary craftsmanship behind the creation of the ultimate bag, illustrated with lots offered at Christie’s
The designers have created a series of vignettes for the launch of a new platform for our Collector sales, to be held in London, New York and Paris
From its links to Coco Chanel’s childhood to its radically practical design, there’s more to this iconic accessory than meets the eye
An upcoming sale of prints and multiples spans 20th-century art history, from Matisse to El Lissitzky to Agnes Martin
In May 2023, Christie’s in Geneva will offer the largest and most valuable private jewellery collection ever to have come to auction
When Matisse put down his brushes to work in clay, the result was a series of three Odalisque figures, one of which is offered in Paris
Curator MaryAnne Stevens on the story behind the National Gallery’s new show, After Impressionism: Inventing Modern Art, sponsored by Christie’s
As the first man you meet at Christie’s in London prepares for retirement, he discusses James Bond, Francis Bacon and the day he met Madonna
Marlene Dietrich’s Van Cleef & Arpels ruby and diamond bracelet stars in the late philanthropist and designer’s trove