Christie’s | Fine Art, Luxury & Antiques Auctions

Editor’s Note

This issue spotlights two distinct collecting opportunities. We examine a newly discovered Michelangelo drawing ahead of its Old Masters auction debut, and provide an expert guide to industrialist Matthew Boulton, featuring related works coming to auction in New York.

A framed sketch shows a detailed drawing of a human foot, set against a dark background.
AUCTION HIGHLIGHTS

A closer look at Michelangelo’s newly discovered drawing — offered in Old Masters on 5 February

COLLECTING GUIDE

An expert introduction to industrialist Matthew Boulton — featuring works offered in New York

AUCTION HIGHLIGHTS

Step inside the townhouse of visionary collector Barbara Jakobson, ahead of February’s auctions

WORLD TOUR

Explore highlights from The Jim Irsay Collection, on view in San Francisco and LA

COLLECTING GUIDE

How to navigate the wines of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti

PRIVATE SALES

Decorative Arts For Your Home — explore our selection of unique furniture and objects, all ready to buy now

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⏰ Published on: July 06, 2020