International Head of Antiquities G. Max Bernheimer marvels at this powerful stone relief retrieved from Nimrud in modern-day Iraq in the mid-19th century. Standing more than 7 ft. high, this proud…
Auction
The ancient world of Greek design comes to life in this suite of Byzantine-inspired gold and gem-set jewelry by Ilias Lalaounis. The 18k gold suite includes a bold, rigid bib collar, a pair of…
Phillips New Now auction proved itself to be a staple of the auction calendar this week, mixing work by emerging and established artists in a successful sale. With over 250 lots offered,…
Who was Su Shi, and why is he so revered within Chinese culture? Art critic Alastair Sooke and Christie’s specialist Sophia Zhou look at the life and times of this giant of Chinese culture, and…
Sotheby’s Yellow Ball Auction, presenting the extraordinary art collection of Frank and Lorna Dunphy, realized $13.3 million today, with 92% of lots sold, and participants from 43 countries. Known…
On October 4, Sotheby’s will offer works from the collection of Robin Williams and his wife of over 20 years, film producer and philanthropist Marsha Garces Williams. Join Marsha and their daughter…
In the early 17th century, Galileo Galilei enjoyed a celebrity status at the University of Padua, where he published his first work in 1606. But, when an eager rival accused him of plagiarism shortly…
Jewelry doesn’t have to be serious to be well-designed, well-crafted and made of precious materials. Raymond Yard’s rabbit brooches certainly fit those categories. This exquisite and elegant bunny is…
