Art & Auction News
Mon Sep 14 2026
Fine Design at Marcopolo Auctions, Milan
Founded in 2022, Marcopolo Auctions is an Italian auction house specialising in Asian art, with particular expertise in Chinese, Japanese, Indian, Southeast Asian and Islamic art. The house has developed an international network connecting collectors, institutions and art-market professionals. Alongside its core focus on Asian art, Marcopolo Auctions has expanded into...
Sat Sep 12 2026
Art, Antiques & Jewellery at Vendu Dickhaut, Maastricht
Founded in 1930, Vendu Dickhaut, Maastricht, specialises in art, antiques, jewellery, and watches. On 21 September, Vendu Dickhaut presents the Art, Antiques & Jewellery Auction. The sale features Fine Art Paintings, Silverware, Jewellery, Watches & Clocks, Design, Asian art, Watches & Clocks, Tableware and Varia. Explore the Best Deals and Auction Highlights not to be...
Thu Sep 10 2026
Fine Art, Collectibles, Fashion & Classic Cars at Salle de Ventes du Béguinage, Belgium
Based in Wavre, Belgium, Salle de Ventes du Béguinage is an established auction house holding public sales throughout the year and offering valuation services for private owners and collectors. Its auctions regularly bring notable and distinctive objects to the market, with past sales including works achieving six-figure results. In September, the auction house presents...
Wed Sep 09 2026
Fine Art & Decorative Arts at Koller Auctions, Switzerland
Founded in 1958, Koller Auctions is today the largest Swiss auction house and one of the leading auction houses in Europe. Koller holds numerous specialist auctions throughout the year, spanning Old Master and 19th-century art, Modern and Contemporary Art, Swiss Art, jewellery, watches, Asian art, fine furniture and decorative arts, books and autographs, photography...
Mon Sep 07 2026
ARTIST STORIES | Man Ray: Reinventing Photography and Modern Art
Few artists moved as freely between photography, painting, film, objects and experimentation as Man Ray. Born Emmanuel Radnitzky in Philadelphia in 1890, he became one of the most inventive figures associated with Dada and Surrealism, working first in New York and later at the centre of the Parisian avant-garde. He is best known today for his photographs, but Man Ray...
Sat Sep 05 2026
Fine Art, Antiques and Jewellery at Onder de Boompjes, the Netherlands
Onder de Boompjes, the Netherlands, presents the September 2026 Auction. Auction Dates: closing from 14 September to 16 September Viewing Days: from 11 September to 14 September The sale brings together a diverse selection of fine art paintings, jewellery, classic furniture, Asian art, clocks and watches, design, books, glassware and varia. Highlights include an antique...
Fri Sep 04 2026
Photography at OstLicht, Vienna
Based in Vienna, OstLicht Auctions specialises in carefully curated sales of historic cameras and photography, held each spring and autumn. Building on the legacy of Vienna’s WestLicht auctions, the house brings together rare and significant cameras, lenses and photographic equipment alongside historic and contemporary photography, complemented by a selected range of...
Thu Sep 03 2026
Fine Art, Jewellery & Antiques at Auktionshaus Kendzia, Germany
Based in Hamburg, Auktionshaus Kendzia is a family-run auction house with roots in the city’s antiques trade and a history of auctions dating back to 1971. Kendzia holds four major seasonal art and antiques auctions each year, complemented by special sales, bringing decades of expertise across a wide range of collecting categories. From 10 – 12 September, Kendzia...
Wed Sep 02 2026
Art & Antiques at Korst van der Hoeff, Netherlands
Founded in 1885 in the city of 's-Hertogenbosch, Korst van der Hoeff is one of the oldest auction houses in the Netherlands. On 7-11 September, Korst van der Hoeff presents the Art & Antiques Auction featuring old masters, modern and contemporary art, classic furniture, watches & clocks, jewellery, Asian art, design, glassware, carpets & rugs, silverware and Varia...
Tue Sep 01 2026
Is This Artwork Authentic? What Collectors Should Check Before Buying
Buying art often begins with a simple question: Is this artwork really by the artist it is attributed to? For established names, authenticity can have an enormous effect on both value and desirability. But even with lesser-known artists, collectors should understand what evidence supports an attribution before they bid. A signature alone is not enough. Neither is a...
Sat Aug 29 2026
ARTIST STORIES | Albin Egger-Lienz: Monumental Simplicity and the Human Condition
Albin Egger-Lienz created some of the most powerful images of Austrian modernism without relying on decorative excess or urban sophistication. His subjects were often simple: farmers, labourers, families, soldiers, fields and death. But through scale, repetition and reduction, he transformed ordinary human figures into something monumental. Unlike Gustav Klimt’s...
Fri Aug 28 2026
Fine Japanese Antiques at Wabikai Auction, Japan
Established in Japan in 2019, Wabikai is a premier auction house dedicated to the curation and sale of exceptional Asian cultural and artistic works. Guided by the principles of transparency, fairness, and integrity, the house is committed to preserving and promoting the rich artistic traditions of Asia. With a truly global outlook, Wabikai serves an international...
Thu Aug 27 2026
New to Watch Collecting? What You Need to Know Before Buying Your First Timepiece
Buying your first serious watch can feel surprisingly complicated. At first, the questions seem simple: Which brand? Which model? Which style? Then the terminology begins. Automatic or manual? Reference number or serial number? Original dial or refinished? Box and papers? Service history? Complication? For new collectors, the biggest mistake is often focusing on the...
Tue Aug 25 2026
Second Chances at Catawiki
Do you believe in second chances? Sometimes, the best opportunities come around twice. On 21-30 August, Catawiki presents the Second Chances Collection, featuring thousands of lots that are back on offer—this time with No Reserve Prices. Missed out the first time? Now's your chance to bid again. Browse a wide selection of artworks, collectibles and design objects...
Mon Aug 24 2026
How to Spot Emerging Artists Before Everyone Else
Every collector has heard the story: an artist once sold for modest prices, then years later became highly sought after. The temptation is to imagine that spotting an emerging artist is simply about discovering someone early. It is not. The more useful skill is learning how to recognize genuine artistic momentum before it becomes obvious to everyone else. That means...
Sat Aug 22 2026
ARTIST STORIES | Carl Moll: Vienna, Light and Modern Life
Carl Moll was not only a painter. He was also one of the figures who helped shape the artistic identity of Vienna around 1900. A founding member of the Vienna Secession, a close associate of Gustav Klimt, a curator, gallery director and advocate for international modern art, Moll occupied a unique position between artistic production and the cultural networks that...
Fri Aug 21 2026
What Makes an Artwork Valuable? 7 Factors That Influence Price
Why can two artworks by the same artist sell for completely different prices? One painting may achieve a record result while another, created only a few years apart, sells for a fraction of the amount. A small drawing can sometimes outperform a larger painting, while a work carrying a famous name may struggle to find a buyer. The reason is simple: the value of an...
Thu Aug 20 2026
Exclusive Art Collections at Catawiki
Catawiki features two exclusive art collections: Post-War & Contemporary Exclusive Art Collection | Closing dates: 20–27 August Great Masters Collection | Closing dates: 20–27 August Step into the world of artistic genius with works by some of the most iconic figures in art history—from rare paintings to sought-after editioned pieces. Discover established artists...
Wed Aug 19 2026
Model Train Auction at Vendu Rotterdam
Vendu Rotterdam, the oldest auction house in the Netherlands, presents the Model Train Auction on 28 August. The sale features locomotives, wagons, sets, accessories, electronics, and other vehicles. Explore the Auction Highlights not to be missed. SELECTED LOTS LOT-ART SERVICES FOR COLLECTORS Best Deals: Bid on highly liquid lots with an estimate...
Tue Aug 18 2026