Surrealism at 100: A Century of Dreamscapes and Unconscious Wonder
Celebrating its centenary, Surrealism remains as vital as ever—captivating collectors, reshaping markets, and resonating with today’s global uncertainties. From René Magritte’s record-breaking sales to landmark exhibitions like Surrealism: The Centenary Exhibition at Centre Pompidou, the movement’s dreamlike allure continues to inspire.
When Art Meets Legacy: Simone and Antoine Veil Collection at Auction at Christie’s 4th of December.
Featuring 60 exceptional works by renowned artists, including Zao Wou-Ki, Maria Vieira da Silva, Diego Giacometti and Tom Wesselmann, parts of Simone and Antoine Veil’s collection is put on auction on the 4th of December at Christie’s in Paris. The couple discreetly collected a remarkable art collection over their 67-year marriage reflecting the he values that shaped their life and their openness to the world. As one of France’s most prominent public figures, Simone Veil’s private life remained closely guarded, making the upcoming auction of their collection at Christie’s an extraordinary opportunity to glimpse her inner world.
Sotheby's Auction of Klimt's "Lady with a Fan" Sets Unprecedented Record
In a groundbreaking event, Sotheby's auction witnessed the remarkable sale of Gustav Klimt's masterpiece, "Lady with a Fan," making waves across the art world. With fervent bidders competing for this extraordinary artwork, the final hammer fell at an astonishing price of £85,305,800, setting an unparalleled record for a Klimt painting at auction.
Introducing the Central Tourbillon, a Fusion of Art and Haute Horlogerie
Discover the MP-15 Takashi Murakami Tourbillon Only Watch, where Haute Horlogerie takes center stage. With its round case resembling a vibrant 12-petalled daisy, this timepiece symbolizes hope and personal values. Experience the fusion of high-tech, uniqueness, and playfulness, as Haute Horlogerie meets Haute Joaillerie in this captivating creation inspired by Takashi Murakami’s iconic smiling flower.
Grape escapes at the heart of Europe’s best wine hotels
In the heart of Europe, where rolling vineyards meet picturesque landscapes, lies a hidden paradise for wine enthusiasts and travellers seeking a unique escape. Welcome to the realm of Europe's best wine hotels, where indulgence meets sophistication, and every sip is an invitation to explore the rich heritage of winemaking.
The Top Collectible Watches for Your Summer on the French Riviera
Collector Mag unveils a curated selection of the top collectible watches that will elevate your summer escapades on the French Riviera to new heights of elegance.
Abstract artist Fabienne Verdier exhibits at Château Lynch-Bages
Since 1989, the Cazes family, which owns Chateau Lynch-Bages, has invited internationally renowned artists to exhibit their work on the estate, thanks to the support of the Galerie Lelong & Co. This year the exclusive winery invites abstract artist Fabienne Verdier to showcase her fabulous artworks.
Champagne House Ruinart unveils Blanc Singulier, a cuvée shaped by climate change
Earlier this week, LVMH owned Champagne House Ruinart announced the release of a new cuvée.
Dive into Bulgari's Blue Lagoon
Mother Nature's magic has yet again been proven at the smack of the auctioneer's gavel, when an exquisite and rare blue diamond was sold at Sotheby's in Geneva for over $25million last week.
Radenko Milakovic gives a second lease of life to J-Craft boats
Collector Mag sits down with Radenko Milakovic for an exclusive interview about J-Craft Boats.
Hublot’s New Big Bang Unico fuses innovation with sustainability
Swiss Icons, Hublot & Nespresso join forces to release the first watch made using recycled Nespresso aluminium capsules and coffee grounds: the Big Bang Nespresso origin.
Collector Mag’s Barbiecore watch edit
How do you adapt the Barbiecore trend if your life is not plastic fantastic? The answer is simple, you swap short fushia dresses, bubblegum retro shades and flamingo pink mules for long lasting collectibles that ooze the same hyper-feminine allure and cheerful aesthetic- watches!
Collector Mag’s top 5 highlights from Salone del Mobile 2023
Milan’s annual design event ‘Salone del Mobile’ took place last week. High on the collector agenda, people from around the world gathered in the Italian city to observe the latest innovations and concepts driving the design industry forward, amongst them some desirable collectibles. Discover our top 5 highlights!
Basquiat painting owned by Valentino expected to fetch over $45M at auction
On April 19, auction house Christie’s announced the sale of El Gran Espectaculo (The Nile), a masterpiece by Jean-Michel Basquiat, as the lead of its upcoming 21st Century art evening sale, taking place on 15 May 2023 live at the Rockerfeller Center, New York.
The Hermès Bag Investment Guide
To help you navigate through the complexities of investing in an Hermès handbag, other than for personal joy, we turned to experts Alice Léger, Manager of Fashion & Luxury Accessories department at Artcurial and Matthieu Delcros, founder of 16 Montaigne to put together a complete guide to bag a solid investment.
Vinitaly to set sail aboard the Amerigo Vespucci for a two-year journey around the world
Italian minister of Defence, Guido Crosetto, announced at Veronafiera that Vinitaly, the international reference event for Italian wine would set sail aboard the “most beautiful ship in the world” Amerigo Vespucci to promote Italian wine around the world.
Estrela de Fura Ruby could shatter the $30m Record at Auction
In less than two months’ time, a 55.22-carat ruby is poised to become the largest — and should it sell for over $30.3 million - the most valuable gem of its kind ever to appear at auction when it goes up for sale in New York on 8 June, 2023 just one year after it was discovered in a Fura Gems mine in Mozambique.
Bejewelled Blooms
With the exquisite invitation to the coronation of King Charles and Queen Camilla abundant with flora and fauna, here are Collector Mag’s pick of the bunch.
Collector Mag’s watch highlights from Watches & Wonders
Since Monday the world’s watch collectors and aficionados have gathered in Geneva for the annual Watches & Wonders exhibition. This unique tradeshow held yearly is one of the most anticipated events on the Collector Agenda. Read on to discover our highlights.
1962 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spider breaks auction records at Amelia Island car show
The 1962 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spider on offer through Gooding & Company gets snapped up for just over US$18 million breaking the record for the most expensive car ever sold in the history of the Amelia Island Car show.