【Paris, Franc】Sale of the Loot: Jewelry Heist at the Louvre – Too Famous for the Black Market
Editor’s NoteThis article examines the paradox of high-profile art theft, using the recent Louvre heist as a case study. It explores why such iconic…
Art Market
【Paris, Franc】Experts Predict a Sad Fate for the ‘Crown Jewels’ Stolen from the Louvre
Editor’s NoteThis article examines the likely fate of the stolen Napoleonic jewels from the Louvre, contrasting the sensational “Arsène Lupin” style…
【Paris, Franc】Cutting Them Up or the Black Market: The Only Way for Thieves to Sell the Stolen Jewels from the Louvre
Editor’s NoteThis article discusses expert skepticism regarding the potential commercial release of certain items, noting that while their current…
【London, UK】David Hockney’s iPad ‘Arrival of Spring’ Series Sells Out for Total of 12 Billion Yen, Doubling Highest Estimate
Editor’s NoteDavid Hockney’s digital “Arrival of Spring” series proved a sensation at Sotheby’s London, with 17 iPad drawings selling for a combined…
【London, UK】This Rare Fabergé Egg Might Set a World Record at Auction for the Third Time in Its History
Editor’s NoteThis article previews the upcoming auction of a historic Fabergé egg, a symbol of imperial opulence commissioned by Russia’s last tsar….
【Italy】Auctions of the Week: Fine Wines, Antique Weapons, Design, Art and Jewelry
Editor’s NoteThis week’s auctions in Rome, Florence, Turin, and other global capitals present a final, concentrated opportunity for collectors and…
【Italy】Fall Auctions: Jewelry, Rare Books, and Design on the Program from October 3 to 20
Editor’s NoteThis preview highlights key international auctions from October 3-20, 2025, featuring fine jewelry, modern art, design, and rare books….
【Abu Dhabi, U】Sotheby’s Abu Dhabi: The Luxury Branch’s Special Week – What Will Be Auctioned?
Editor’s NoteThis article details Sotheby’s historic move to establish a new headquarters in Abu Dhabi, timed to coincide with major events like the…
【Vienna, Aust】Magazine “Die Sprechstunde”: 250 Pieces of Jewelry from TV Doctor Kühnemann to be Auctioned
Editor’s NoteThe upcoming auction of the late Dr. Antje-Katrin Kühnemann’s jewelry collection offers a glimpse into the personal style of a beloved…
【Hong Kong】Sotheby’s Hong Kong Sale Rakes In $28.7M
Editor’s NoteA Kashmir sapphire ring fetched $2.4 million at a recent Sotheby’s Hong Kong sale, leading a high jewelry auction that realized $28.7…