A massive sculpture by renowned artist Jeff Koons is now on display in a London park, offering the public a sneak peek before its upcoming auction at Christie’s. The artwork is sure to attract attention and generate excitement ahead of its sale.
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A hacker group known as RansomHub has claimed responsibility for a cyberattack that targeted Christie’s auction house earlier this month, disrupting its website and forcing it to suspend online bidding during a high-profile spring sales event. RansomHub claims to have accessed sensitive information about wealthy art collectors and threatens to release it if Christie’s fails to reach an agreement, potentially leading to hefty fines under GDPR regulations.
Eight luxury watches owned by legendary Formula One driver Michael Schumacher will be auctioned off by Christie’s in Geneva to mark the 30th anniversary of his first Drivers Championship victory in 1994. The collection includes timepieces from renowned brands such as Audemars Piguet, Richard Mille, and Patek Philippe.
On April 22, renowned auction house Christie’s announced the upcoming auction of the personal wardrobe of iconic fashion designer Vivienne Westwood. Over 200 items, carefully curated by her husband, Andreas Kronthaler, represent significant moments in her illustrious career spanning over four decades. The collection includes pieces from as far back as the 1983-84 Fall/Winter collection. The auction will take place through a live event on June 25 and an online auction from June 14-28. Additionally, a free exhibition showcasing Westwood’s personal collection will be held at Christie’s headquarters in London’s King Street from June 14-24. True to Westwood’s philanthropic spirit, Kronthaler will donate all proceeds from the auction of fashion, jewelry, and accessories to the Vivienne Foundation, Amnesty International, Médecins Sans Frontières, and Greenpeace projects.
A previously undiscovered sketch by Renaissance master Michelangelo depicting a marble block with the word “simile” inscribed inside was recently sold at auction for $201,600, far exceeding its initial estimate of $6,000. Experts believe the drawing was part of a larger sheet featuring multiple block drawings, possibly intended for quarry workers or shippers. The discovery of the sketch provides valuable insights into Michelangelo’s creative process and technical precision, further solidifying his status as a renowned artist.
In tribute to the late Vivienne Westwood, Christie’s is set to auction over 200 pieces from the designer’s personal wardrobe. Curated by her husband, Andreas Kronthaler, the lots span four decades of her groundbreaking work. The proceeds from the auction will benefit charities close to Westwood’s heart, including The Vivienne Foundation, Amnesty International, and Médecins Sans Frontières.