The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
The house’s chief executive described the decision to include the city, a key hub for high-profile jewelry sales, as a “statement of strategic intent.”
Category: Auctions
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When It Comes to Rubies, Is Mozambique the New Star?
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
The $34.8 million auction price for a gem discovered in the East African country has the jewelry industry buzzing.
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Princess Leia’s Dress From the Original ‘Star Wars’ Is Up for Bids
The New York Times – Film:
A ceremonial gown worn by Carrie Fisher was believed to be destroyed after the production of “A New Hope,” but it was recently found in an attic and restored.
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Was Queen’s ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ First ‘Mongolian Rhapsody’?
The New York Times – Music:
One of Freddie Mercury’s early drafts, which is being auctioned by Sotheby’s, shows that he crossed out “Mongolian” and substituted the now-famous title.
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Donna Summer’s Bedazzled Closet and Ephemera Will Go Up for Auction
The New York Times – Music:
Eleven years after her death, the disco legend’s family has combed through her possessions, deciding to sell many of her glittering dresses, manuscripts and paintings.
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An Unopened 2007 iPhone Can Be Yours (for $32,000 or More)
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
A first-generation Apple smartphone is going up for auction.
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Pieces of Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward’s Life Together Head to Auction
The New York Times – Film:
More than 300 items that belonged to Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward will be sold in June in a series of auctions run by Sotheby’s in New York.
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Going Once, Going Twice: How to Bid on a First-Class Seat
The New York Times – Frugal Traveler:
Fliers on some airlines can upgrade at a discounted rate to avoid what could be a cramped flight. With some cruise ships and even Amtrak getting in on the act, is bidding up worth it?
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Parting Is Such Sweet Spectacle: A Collector Sells His Hirst, Koons and Calder
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
In an unusual midseason, single-owner auction at Christie’s on March 9, Adam Lindemann is purging some of his prizes.