Latest News Articles by Anne Crane
Auction previews from Paris, Pennsylvania and Zurich
19 March 2018A selection of stand-out lots from sales in Paris, Pennsylvania and Zurich.
Polarised market for English ceramics highlighted by single-owner sales in Exeter and Derby
19 March 2018Collecting traditional English ceramics is still a popular pursuit on both sides of the Atlantic – but one where purchases are always tailored to fit the purse strings of the core collecting audience.
Hessel collection among highlights at Christie’s
12 March 2018Christie’s has two dedicated drawings sales, one devoted to Old Master and 19th century works on March 21, the other to modern works on paper on March 22.
Exhibitor highlights at the Salon du Dessin
12 March 2018The roster of exhibitor names at the Salon du Dessin underscores the international standing of this specialist event. Although it is organised by a committee of Paris dealers, more than half the participants come from overseas.
Sotheby’s Adrien collection includes big-name drawings
12 March 2018Sotheby’s has something special to offer for the Paris drawings fest – a single-owner collection formed by a dedicated couple that, say the auctioneers, is the fruit of a life dedicated to a passion for painting and drawings.
Wide range of drawings feature at Drouot sales
12 March 2018There is, of course, no shortage of works on paper to be found on sale at the Drouot auction centre either in the form of dedicated auctions or as sections within mixed-discipline sales.
Drawn to Paris attractions as wide range of exhibitions and auctions coincide with Salon du Dessin
12 March 2018It is time to celebrate the art of works on paper in Paris. Centred around the 27-year-old specialist fair, the Salon du Dessin, held from March 21-26, will be a whole roster of auctions, fairs, dealers’ selling shows and events in the city’s museums and institutions.
Paris drawings auctions: French 17th century works take centre stage
12 March 2018Artcurial has a large number of works on paper as part of its March 21 auction of Old Master and 19th century paintings and drawings at its Paris rooms, accounting for around 40% of the 195 lots.
Dealer highlights at Asia Week New York 2018
05 March 2018A selection of stand-out items that dealers will have on offer as part of Asia Week New York (AWNY).
Asia Week New York: the springboard for Asian stars
05 March 2018Mid March in Manhattan is when the art market turns its cultural and commercial face east. This is the first of two New York Asian auction series (the other is in September), but what distinguishes the spring event, dubbed Asia Week New York (AWNY), is the input of dealer exhibitions.
Selected highlights of the TEFAF Maastricht 2018 fair
26 February 2018Whether it’s an object saved for years or an item secured only yesterday, TEFAF will boast a wide range for sale.
René Boivin Starfish brooch doubles estimate at Paris jewellery auction
21 February 2018A ruby and amethyst set Starfish brooch, one of the signature designs from the French jewellery house René Boivin, was the toast of the jewellery sale held by French auction firm Chayette et Cheval in Paris.
From Coco Chanel’s bedroom furniture to a Louis XVI style dog basket – 5 highlights from Artcurial’s auction of items from The Ritz hotel
19 February 2018It’s a name synonymous with luxury. The Ritz in Paris has been accommodating the rich and famous for 120 years since César Ritz opened the doors of his hotel on the Place Vendôme to the public on June 1, 1898.
Collecting couple with traditional tastes
19 February 2018English furniture, works of art and decorations of the most traditional kind were the object of a 365-lot, single-owner sale held by Doyle (25/20/12.5%) buyer’s premium in New York.
Bordeaux town house contents auctions includes 18th century cased diorama
19 February 2018The entire contents of a Bordeaux town house are to be offered for sale in the city by Briscadieu on March 3.
Murillo painting emerges at Madrid sale
19 February 2018An oil on canvas by Bartolomé Esteban Murillo (Seville, 1617-82) which has recently been examined and published by Dr Benito Navarrate Prieto, and incorporated into the body of Murillo’s work, is a highlight of the next paintings auction at Ansorena, Madrid, on March 6-8.
Chiparus figures in Maryland
19 February 2018Among the most popular of the collectable bronze and ivory figures created by the Paris-based sculptor/designer Demêtre Chiparus are his models of dancers.
Pioneers of Martinware market in focus at Canadian auction
12 February 2018When Bill Kime, senior decorative arts specialist at the Waddington’s (20% buyer’s premium) saleroom, was contacted early last year by a couple from British Columbia about selling their collection of Martinware, he jumped at the chance.
Auction exhibits colour range of Lalique glass as Mueller collection heads to Sotheby’s Australia
09 February 2018More than 130 pieces of Art Deco glass by the famous French manufacturer René Lalique are coming up for auction at Sotheby’s Australia in Sydney next month.
René Boivin Starfish brooch leads jewellery highlights at Paris auction
08 February 2018An ensemble of six pieces by the famous French jewellery house René Boivin is to be offered at auction in Paris by Chayette & Cheval.