【New York, US】Sold for Over $31 Million, François-Xavier Lalanne’s ‘Hippopotame Bar’ Becomes the Most Expensive Design Work Ever Sold at Auction

Editor’s NoteThis article details the historic auction of the Schlumberger Collection at Sotheby’s New York, where François-Xavier Lalanne’s…

【New York, US】Suzanne Belperron, JAR Shine in Sotheby’s First Auctions at New HQ

Editor’s NoteSotheby’s inaugural jewelry auctions at its new global headquarters in New York have set a high bar, totaling nearly $44 million. This…

【Hong Kong】The Pink Star: Inside the $71M Record-Breaking Diamond Sale

Editor’s NoteThis article explores the record-breaking 2017 auction of the Pink Star diamond, detailing the factors behind its historic $71.2 million…

【Seoul, South】Artworks Steeped in History… Wearing Marie Antoinette’s Jewelry [Choi Jiwong’s Collector’s Guide]

Editor’s NoteThis article explores the unique position of antique jewelry as “wearable art” within the broader art auction market, which is…

【Abu Dhabi, U】Sotheby’s Sets $7 Million Estimate for ‘Desert Rose’ Diamond in Abu Dhabi Sale

Editor’s NoteThis article highlights Sotheby’s landmark Abu Dhabi auction, featuring the record-setting ‘Desert Rose’ diamond. With its exceptional…

The Rules of Inheritance: How to Pass Down Jewelry Wisely and Well

Editor’s NoteThis article explores how the meticulous organization of Elizabeth Taylor’s jewelry collection, as captured in Catherine Opie’s…

The $10 Million Hermès Problem: Estate Planning When Luxury Collectibles Outpace the Art Market

Editor’s NoteThis article explores the surging market for high-value collectibles, from record-breaking handbags to other luxury assets, highlighting…

【New York, US】Expectations and Concerns for Accelerated Recovery in Auction Market: Report on Major Sales at Christie’s and Sotheby’s

Editor’s NoteThe autumn auction season has opened with remarkable strength, as evidenced by blockbuster sales at Christie’s and Sotheby’s. This…

【Abu Dhabi, U】Sotheby’s to Hold “$10 Billion” Exhibition in Abu Dhabi, Aiming to Build Lasting Relationships with Local Collectors

Editor’s NoteSotheby’s will host its inaugural major auction in Abu Dhabi in December 2025, marking a significant expansion into the Gulf’s luxury…

【Geneva, Swit】Auction Houses: The Luxury Boom Nobody Saw Coming

Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a surprising surge in the high-end watch and jewelry market, as evidenced by recent record-breaking auction…