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The 15 Most Expensive Female Artists
While no woman is on the list of most expensive artists at auction (yet), more works by female artists are in demand and achieving higher prices at auction. Here are the 15 priciest women artists.
Barnebys' Guide to Buying an Engagement Ring at Auction
Thinking of proposing? Buying an engagement ring at auction can be a great option. Here’s how to navigate the process with confidence.
The 8 Best Watch Designs by Gérald Genta
Many of the watches designed by Gérald Genta for other brands are among the most sought-after timepieces on the auction market.
The 5 Most Expensive Cameras Ever Auctioned
Though most cameras can be bought at auction for modest sums, cameras with a rare provenance command high premiums – in some cases, even millions of dollars. One brand, in particular, holds the most records.
12 Groundbreaking Chairs Across Three Centuries
Designing an innovative chair is a challenge that countless designers have taken on over the centuries.
The 10 Most Expensive Classic Cars Ever Sold at Auction
Seven Ferraris and three Mercedes Benzes. The popularity and number of classic cars sold at auction keeps on rising.
Latest Articles
A Guide to Copenhagen 2025: The City's Best Art, Design and Architecture
Copenhagen offers a broad mix of art, design, and architecture in both historic and modern settings, from major museums to small galleries and design shops.
Fabergé Winter Egg Sets New Record at Christie's
A rare imperial Fabergé egg has set a new record at auction after returning to Christie's for a third appearance.
World Record for Guido Reni
The record-breaking painting had been rediscovered after 220 years.
Cattelan’s Gold Toilet Finds an Unexpected Buyer
The artwork titled America will join an extraordinary collection.
Klimt Portrait Sets $236.3m Record at Sotheby’s
One of only two full-length Klimt portraits still in private hands sold for $236.3m at Sotheby’s, breaking the modern art auction record.
Design in Focus: The Tulip Chair
Eero Saarinen’s irritation with tangled chair and table legs led to the creation of the Tulip Chair.
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Ikea's Most Expensive Designs
Since its inception in 1958, the iconic Swedish furniture company Ikea has created many interior design classics. Some designs have even become sought-after collectors' items and regularly receive high prices at auction.
The World's 10 Most Expensive Diamonds
They say diamonds are forever, so the sparkly stones are rightfully expensive. From the Pink Dream to the Apollo Blue, here are the 10 priciest diamonds ever auctioned.
14 Black Artists Who Changed Art History
From Augusta Savage to Kehinde Wiley, Black artists have challenged discrimination and broken racial barriers through their art. Here are 14 of the most influential Black artists.
Top 5 Extraordinary Historic Properties You Can Rent
From the lavish castle where 'The Crown' was filmed to an iconic 16th-century villa on the shores of Lake Como, these are the most exceptional properties steeped in history that are available to rent.
The 12 Most Expensive Paintings Ever Auctioned
A select few paintings have shattered records at auction, each selling for over $100 million. From Magritte to Da Vinci, here are the 12 most expensive artworks ever sold.
How to Spot a Fake Hermès Handbag
We look at the mistakes to avoid when purchasing a Hermès handbag with the help of a Specialist.
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The Scandal Behind Degas' Little Dancer
Degas' beautiful depictions of ballerinas, such as his iconic Little Dancer sculpture, conceal ugly truths of the dancers' realities.
The 10 Scariest Paintings in Art History
In honor of Halloween, we look back on 10 of the most frightening paintings, from the Renaissance to today.
The Most Valuable Artwork Lost on the Titanic
Here's the story behind La Circassienne au Bain, an early 19th century oil painting by French Salon master Merry-Joseph Blondel, which sank on the Titanic's fatal voyage in 1912.
