Decline in Turnover and Fewer Million-Dollar Sales: The Art Market in 2024

Editor’s NoteThe latest Art Basel report confirms a sharp correction in the global art market, with high-end sales falling 12%. While overall…

【New York, US】Marlene Dumas’ Work Sells for Approximately 1.97 Billion Yen, Setting New Record for Highest-Priced Living Female Artist

Editor’s NoteA painting by Marlene Dumas has set a new auction record for a living female artist, underscoring a significant moment in the art…

【Seoul, South】Lee Jung-seop, Chun Kyung-ja, Nam June Paik… Legends Gather in the Art Auction Market

Editor’s NoteThis article previews a major upcoming art auction in Seoul, highlighting the significant number of works on offer and the substantial…

【India】Hobby is a Big Thing! Indians Spend the Most Money Here, Not on Food, Clothing, or Housing

Editor’s NoteA new report from Knight Frank reveals that India’s ultra-wealthy allocate a significant 17% of their investable wealth to luxury goods,…

【德国】Sotheby’s, a Russian Billionaire – and How Art Turns into Millions

Editor’s NoteThis article explores a significant shift in the art market, where high-net-worth collectors are increasingly opting for private, direct…

【London, UK】Phillips to Focus on Watches and Jewelry in the Future

Editor’s NoteThis article details a notable shift in strategy at Phillips auction house, as its recent “New Now” sale saw a significant drop in both…

【Hong Kong】Overseas Auctions Holding Steady… Art Market Shows Temperature Differences [Cooling Art Market②]

Editor’s NoteRecent auction results from Christie’s and Phillips in Hong Kong show strong sell-through rates, with luxury sectors like jewelry and…

【South Korea】[Exclusive] Shinsegae Nears Acquisition of ‘Seoul Auction’… “Aiming for High-End Jewelry Too”

Editor’s NoteThis article reports on the imminent acquisition of Seoul Auction by Shinsegae, with a potential deal value of up to 230 billion won….

【Hong Kong】Hong Kong Tycoon Spends $100 Million on Diamonds for 7-Year-Old Daughter… ‘Josephine’ is Daughter’s Name

Editor’s NoteThis article details the revelation behind the ‘Josephine’ diamond, a record-setting gem whose buyer named it for his young daughter. It…