Editor’s Note
This autumn, Christie’s marks the first anniversary of its Asia Pacific headquarters in Hong Kong with a week-long celebration of fine art and luxury, featuring exclusive auctions and previews for global collectors.
The single-owner cellar auction, “The Joseph Lau Collection of Exceptional Wines Part IV,” will kick off the Fine Art and Luxury Week with an extraordinary selection of supreme vintages. Continuing the success of Parts I to III, this auction offers wine collectors and connoisseurs a precious opportunity to acquire top-tier wines from the cellar of this renowned entrepreneur and discerning collector. This prestigious collection boasts impeccable provenance and condition, reflecting Mr. Joseph Lau’s distinctive and exceptional taste.
Highlights include Vosne-Romanée 1992 and classic Cros Parantoux vintages from the 1990s to 2001. The Domaine de la Romanée-Conti lineup is formidable, encompassing Romanée-Conti and Montrachet wines from the 1990s to 2010s. Adding further luster are extremely limited quantities of Domaine d’Auvenay Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet, Bâtard-Montrachet, and Chevalier-Montrachet. The auction also gathers legendary vintages of top Bordeaux from 1982 to the 2000s, alongside premier Right Bank wines including Château Cheval Blanc and Le Pin from the 2000s. The 1990 Petrus will be offered as a complete set in various bottle sizes, up to a magnificent 6-liter Imperial, presenting a breathtaking spectacle.
The highly anticipated “Elegance & Legacy: Handbags & Accessories” live auction will present a dazzling array of exceptional pieces. Following the record-breaking sale of a Hermès Quelle Idole bag in the spring auctions, Christie’s will build on this momentum by offering more rare and sought-after Hermès masterpieces. These include a Himalaya Niloticus Crocodile Birkin, the highly coveted White and Smoky Grey Faubourg Birkins, a Matte Pearl Grey Quelle Idole bag, vibrant crocodile Birkins and Kellys, and a rare vintage Mini Kelly making its auction debut, responding to collectors’ fervent demand.
The auction will also feature playful designs and limited editions from Louis Vuitton and Chanel, injecting a whimsical spirit into the sale. Two exquisite Dior Haute Couture evening gowns will make their Hong Kong auction debut, captivating with their elegant beauty. Whether bold and striking statement pieces or timelessly charming classics, each lot embodies unparalleled craftsmanship and clear design intent.
As Asia’s highest-estimated jewel in 2025, “The Royal Blue” necklace will radiantly lead the “Magnificent Jewels & Jadeite” live auction. This unparalleled masterpiece is set with 16 Kashmir royal blue sapphires totaling 104.61 carats, with an estimate of HK$100-150 million / US$13-19 million. Another highlight is a pair of Kashmir sapphire and diamond earrings set with rare unheated royal blue sapphires, breathtaking in their beauty.
Over 100 other exceptional jewels will also grace the auction, including a rare 36.84-carat Burmese pigeon’s blood ruby bracelet, a pair of pigeon’s blood ruby and diamond earrings, and a classic “Tutti-Frutti” gemstone necklace by Cartier. The sale also features top-quality colored diamonds and gemstones, rare jadeite jewelry, natural pearls, and representative works from renowned jewelry houses such as Boucheron, Van Cleef & Arpels, JAR, and Graff. The “Hong Kong Magnificent Jewels Online Auction,” open for bidding from November 26 to December 5, presents extraordinary jewels curated by Christie’s experts and is not to be missed.
On November 26, Christie’s Hong Kong presents the single-owner auction “The John Shaw Collection of Patek Philippe,” featuring 59 highly sought-after modern and vintage Patek Philippe complicated timepiece masterpieces. Each watch was meticulously selected by Mr. Shaw, ranging from pieces with ingenious complications to elegantly simple designs.
The two-day “Fine Watches Special Edition: ‘Achievement’ & ‘Aspiration (Part II)’ Series” auctions on November 26 and 27 will feature numerous coveted timepieces, including two classics: the legendary Patek Philippe 18K gold reference 1518 with a French calendar and the reference 6239 Rolex Daytona ‘Paul Newman’ 18K gold chronograph with a champagne dial.
The auctions are headlined by two significant private collections, “Achievement” and “Aspiration.” The “Achievement” collection assembles unparalleled timepieces that fully reflect the collector’s passion. This collection, which has grown since the early 1990s, brings together masterfully crafted high-mechanical watches, rare Patek Philippe complicated wristwatches, and representative works from renowned brands like Rolex and Audemars Piguet.
Following the 100% sold result of “Aspiration” Part I in the spring, Christie’s is pleased to present Part II of this series, featuring vintage to modern Patek Philippe watch treasures, which is sure to captivate watch collectors globally.
Live Auctions
November 21 | The Joseph Lau Collection of Exceptional Wines Part IV
November 24 | Handbags & Accessories Auction
November 25 | Magnificent Jewels & Jadeite Auction
November 26 | The John Shaw Collection of Patek Philippe
November 26 & 27 | Fine Watches Special Edition: ‘Achievement’ & ‘Aspiration (Part II)’ Series
Online Auctions
November 18-28 | Passionate Collectors’ Selection of Fine Wines: Online Auction
November 20-December 3 | Hong Kong Fine Watches Online Auction
November 26-December 5 | Magnificent Jewels & Jadeite: Online Auction
Public Previews
Shanghai | November 7-8
Geneva | November 7-11
Hong Kong | November 20-25
* Preview dates are subject to change; advance registration is recommended.
As Christie’s new Asia Pacific headquarters at The Henderson celebrates its first anniversary, Christie’s is hosting a three-month autumn auction series to commemorate the important milestones and achievements of the past year.