13 octobre 2019

Lot 21. A rare small sancai-glazed pottery figure of a ram, Tang dynasty (AD 618-907); 2 7/8 in. (7.2 cm.) high. Estimate GBP 6,000 - GBP 8,000 (USD 7,470 - USD 9,960). Price realised GBP 7,500. © Christie's Image Ltd 2019  The ram is modelled standing foursquare, facing forwards with its curled horns resting upon its back. It is covered with a mottled glaze of amber, green and buff tones. Property from the Estate of Albert and Leonie van Daalen, Geneva, Switzerland. Provenance:... [Lire la suite]

Lot 20. A large painted pottery figure of a prancing horse, Tang dynasty (AD 618-907); 23 in. (57 cm.) long. Estimate GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000 (USD 74,700 - USD 99,600). Price realised GBP 25,000. © Christie's Image Ltd 2019  The figure is powerfully modelled with front right leg raised, the mouth open, the head turned slightly to the left, the tail braided, and the saddle cloth painted with elaborate details highlighted in red pigment. Property from the Estate... [Lire la suite]

Lot 5. A large brown and green-glazed pottery figure of a horse and a carriage, the pottery horse Han dynasty (206 BC-AD 220), the carriage and fittings probably later; 46 ½ in. (118 cm.) high. Estimate GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000 (USD 74,700 - USD 99,600). Price realised GBP 52,500. © Christie's Image Ltd 2019 The horse is shown standing foursquare with head facing forward, its ears pricked, nostrils flared and teeth bared, covered overall with glazes of green and brown tones with details of... [Lire la suite]

Lot 5. A large brown and green-glazed pottery figure of a horse and a carriage, the pottery horse Han dynasty (206 BC-AD 220), the carriage and fittings probably later; 46 ½ in. (118 cm.) high. Estimate GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000 (USD 74,700 - USD 99,600). © Christie's Image Ltd 2019 The horse is shown standing foursquare with head facing forward, its ears pricked, nostrils flared and teeth bared, covered overall with glazes of green and brown tones with details of hair picked out in black. The... [Lire la suite]

Lot 4. A massive painted pottery figure of a camel and rider, Tang dynasty (618-907); 30 ¾ in. (78.1 cm.) high. Estimate GBP 80,000 - GBP 120,000 (USD 99,600 - USD 149,400). Price realised GBP 75,000. © Christie's Image Ltd 2019 The large camel is modelled with its head slightly turned to the left with protruding eyes, flaring nostrils and ears lying against its neck, its mouth held wide open with its tongue hanging out to one side. A detachable saddle bag hangs between its humps and is... [Lire la suite]

LONDON.- “Spanning several continents and centuries – with the earliest pieces stretching back to the seventh century – the selection showcases masterpieces of calligraphy, painting, ceramics, metalwork, jewellery and furniture. Viewed together, it is an undeniable testament to the sophisticated, inventive and diverse output of the Islamic world. Alongside our biannual sale, we are also thrilled to be presenting a stand-alone single-owner auction of just under a hundred manuscripts put together by a distinguished collector... [Lire la suite]

“Feather” Aquamarine and Diamond Brooch by Naomi Sarna, featuring a 91.64 ct. aquamarine. © 2019 Naomi Sarna In anticipation of New York Jewelry Week, Wilensky brings the marvel of sinuous gemstones to Chelsea. Evocative and ethereal, Naomi Sarna debuts original works at the gallery from November 20th-December 20th, 2019. The award-winning designer will showcase hand carved jewels, inspired by the drapery of fabric and flow of water—a homage to motion in precious gem material. Sculptural and wearable, Sarna’s work... [Lire la suite]

Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669), The fall of Haman (Haman learns his fate), ca. 1660-1665. © The State Hermitage Museum. On 4 October 2019, it will be exactly 350 years since the death of the great artist Rembrandt van Rijn (1606–1669). This date is being widely commemorated in the Netherlands and around the world. Paying its own tribute to Rembrandt’s genius, the State Hermitage is presenting after restoration one of the most mysterious and striking masterpieces in its collection The Fall of Haman. The opening of the... [Lire la suite]

Vittore Carpaccio (Italian, about 1460 - 1526), Two Venetian Ladies, c. 1510, Oil on wood, 94 x 64 cm, Museo Correr, Venice. From 9 October 2019, Vittore Carpaccio’s depiction of Two Venetian Ladies will be on display in the Italian Cabinet of the Winter Palace. This is one of most celebrated works of painting in the collection of the Museo Correr (Fondazione Musei Civici Venezia), and among those that have been there since the establishment of that museum. There are no paintings by Vittore Carpaccio in Russian... [Lire la suite]

Dominique Issermann, Jerry Hall. Photo: © Dominique Issermann. Outfit: Thierry Mugler, Les Insectes collection, haute couture spring/summer 1997. ROTTERDAM.- This fall the Kunsthal Rotterdam presents the first retrospective on French creator Thierry Mugler. This major exhibition will reveal the multiple universes of this undeniably artistic figure – visionary couturier, director, photographer and perfumer – in a retrospective of his work, especially his ready-to-wear and haute couture creations. Initiated,... [Lire la suite]