Christie's is a British auction house widely regarded as one of the world's leading fine art auctioneers. Founded in 1766 by James Christie, it offers auctions and private sales of fine arts, jewelry, watches, wine, and more.
Founded in 1766 by James Christie in London, UK.
In 1823, Christie's conducted the first auction in the United States.
In 1998, Christie's was acquired by the French luxury goods conglomerate, Francois Pinault's Artemis S.A.
In 2018, Christie's reported $7 billion in total sales, with clients from over 190 countries.
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Christie's specializes in the auction and private sales of fine arts, including paintings, sculptures, prints, and photographs.
Christie's also specializes in the auction and private sales of jewelry, including diamonds, colored stones, and signed pieces from famous designers.
Christie's auctions and private sales of watches include vintage and modern timepieces from famous makers such as Rolex, Patek Philippe, and Omega.
Christie's wine department offers auctions and private sales of fine and rare wines, including Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, and more.
Christie's is famous for being one of the world's leading fine art auctioneers, with over 250 years of experience in selling paintings, sculptures, prints, photographs, and more.
Christie's is headquartered in London, UK. It has offices and auction rooms in major cities around the world, including New York, Hong Kong, Paris, and Dubai.
Christie's specialists evaluate the condition, rarity, quality, and provenance of an artwork to determine its value. They also consider the current market demand and historical sales data of similar artworks.
Yes, anyone can register and bid at Christie's auctions, either in person, online, or on the phone. However, buyers are required to pay a premium on top of the hammer price, which varies depending on the sale and location.
Yes, Christie's offers appraisal services for artworks, including paintings, sculptures, prints, and photographs. Its team of specialists can provide valuations for insurance, estate planning, tax, and other purposes.
