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Bonhams is pleased to present extraordinary pieces owned by the legendary author, Anne Rice. ⁠ From the annotated pages of the curated volumes of her personal library, this collection offers a rare chance for fans and collectors to acquire a piece of the legacy left by one of the most influential writers of our time.⁠ Read more about the auction as published by The San Francisco Standard: https://lnkd.in/eJk-QeV4 ⁠ Browse the auction: https://lnkd.in/e54E8G9p ⁠ Elegance of the Eternal: The Collection of Anne Rice⁠ Ends 31 October⁠

Consigned by the artist and author himself, we are delighted to present our second auction with Charlie Mackesy. Original works will be offered in an online sale this December, accompanied by an exhibition in our London, Knightsbridge saleroom between 8 – 12 December. Highlights from the auction and exhibition will be on display in our New Bond Street flagship from midday on 25 October, and on 28 – 29 October.    Browse the preview lots: https://lnkd.in/ePmdawai   Original Works by Charlie Mackesy – The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse  Online Sale  2 – 12 December 2024    Exhibition   London, Knightsbridge | 8 – 12 December 2024    #CharlieMackesy #Illustration #TheBoyTheMoleTheFoxandTheHorse #Bonhams #Auction #LondonExhibition

#SpecialistStories Ahead of the Fine Chinese Art auction on 7 November, Lazarus Halstead, Head of Chinese and Asian Art in London tells us about some of the imperial Chinese artworks going #UnderTheHammer "This painting and Tibetan-style vase reflect the rich currents of cultural influence that were at play within painting and ceramic art of the Qianlong period in the 18th Century. One draws on Western oil painting traditions to depict an important prince of the court, the other channels Buddhist symbolism and form to create an object fit for a temple within the palace."  Browse the auction and register to bid: https://lnkd.in/d4tPEChm Fine Chinese Art  7 November London, New Bond Street #Bonhams #Bonhams1793 #ChineseWorksOfArt #AsianArt #ChineseArt #ChinesePorcelain #ImperialChina #ChinesePaintings

Georgia O'Keeffe and photographer Alfred Stieglitz' relationship is one of the most iconic love stories of the 20th century.⁠ ⁠ Completed just after Stieglitz's death, 'White Primrose' is one of only two works O'Keeffe created in 1947. The painting reflects her deep grief and loss, yet also conveys a sense of hope, symbolizing the rebirth and freedom she discovered after moving to New Mexico.⁠ ⁠ Having passed through three notable private collections, including O'Keeffe's own, this masterpiece is now coming to auction for the first time in New York.⁠ ⁠ 20th & 21st Century Art Evening Sale⁠ November 20, 2024⁠ New York Browse the auction: https://lnkd.in/dJeTjECq

Last week was a celebration of Rory Gallagher at Bonhams! On Tuesday we welcomed guests for an evening of live music and a talk by Guitarist Magazine with Dónal and Daniel Gallagher.   The auction followed on Thursday afternoon, with 100% of lots sold. Leading the sale was Gallagher’s legendary 1961 Fender Stratocaster, which sold for £889,400.   Claire Tole-Moir, Head of Bonhams Popular Culture department, commented: “This was a truly amazing sale, and we are absolutely delighted with the response. We had a queue to enter the saleroom on the day and have flown in from all around the world to see the exhibition. Rory Gallagher was a true inspiration to many, and we would like to thank the Gallagher family from entrusting us to bring this collection to auction.”    Read the press release to find out more: https://lnkd.in/eFGGaZeN   #RoryGallagher #CelebrityGuitar #VintageGuitars #RockHistory #IconicGuitar

#InPersonatBonhams On Tuesday, our Modern & Contemporary African Art team Helene Love-Allotey had the pleasure of welcoming Ekow Eshun at Bonhams for a breakfast to accompany the launch of his latest book, The Strangers.   Our auction the following day saw works by William Kentridge, Irma Stern, Ben Enwonwu and Marlene Dumas attract strong bidding.   Read the press release to find out more: https://lnkd.in/eBapnuwb   #AfricanArt #ModernArt #ContemporaryArt #FineArt #Painting 

American interior decorator Elsie de Wolfe was believed to have singlehandedly invented interior design as a profession during the Gilded Age. Bonhams is pleased to offer never-before-seen pieces of de Wolfe ephemera, in Los Angeles on October 24. As part of the estate of Leonard Stanley, a notable L.A.-based interior designer who died last year, there will be 35 scrapbooks and albums on offer, replete with sketches, photos of de Wolfe’s new-money milieu and unforgettable party settings, invitations, telegrams, handwritten annotations, and beyond—some dating back to de Wolfe’s 20s. Additionally, paintings of her and her homes will be available for bidding. Read more about the auction as reported by ELLE Decor here: https://lnkd.in/ek_mD8_F Browse the auction and register to bid: https://lnkd.in/ePmbNt7G Extraordinary and Unexpected: The Collection of Leonard Stanley 24 October Los Angeles

A glittering star 🌟 ⁠ ⁠ The Sarghitmish lamp is the star lot of our 12 November Islamic and Indian Art sale. The lamp has arguably the finest provenance, as well as exhibition and publication history, of any piece of Islamic glassware ever to come to market. ⁠ ⁠ In the late 1800s, the piece belonged to prominent French collector Charles Schefer. In 1906, it was then acquired by the Armenian aristocrat Boghos Nubar Pasha, the son of Egypt’s first Prime Minister. The lamp has remained within the Nubar family ever since and is offered at Bonhams from the estate of his descendant. ⁠ ⁠ The lamp has also been exhibited widely, in 1869 at the Musée Guimet in Paris and in 1903 at the Musée des Arts Decoratifs in the Louvre. ⁠ ⁠ This exceptional lot will be on display in our New Bond Street flagship saleroom from 18 to 25 October before coming under the hammer next month. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ejArGkKS Islamic and Indian Art ⁠ 12 November ⁠ London, ⁠New Bond Street  ⁠ #Bonhams #IslamicArt #MosqueLamp #Louvre #LouvreMuseum #IslamicWeek

Legacy of a Stateswoman: The Personal Collection of Senator Dianne Feinstein achieved a total of $1.85 million at Bonhams Los Angeles, setting new records for Bonhams, doubling its total estimate and attracting the highest number of registrations for a U.S. sale and the best for a global sale in the last 15 years. Commenting on the sale, Victoria Gray, Bonhams Deputy Chairman, North America, said: “This turnout is a testament to the profound influence Senator Feinstein had in her home state of California. We’re proud to have hosted this auction to celebrate the life and career of a remarkable stateswoman and give a unique opportunity for collectors and admirers to own a piece of Senator Feinstein's enduring legacy.” Learn more about this record-breaking auction as reported by Los Angeles Magazine: https://lnkd.in/eihhmEMN

We are pleased to announce Terrence Tang as Head of Wine & Spirits, Asia, who will oversee Bonhams’ Wine and Spirits operations in the region and spearhead growth strategies focused on business and client development.     Terrence brings 14 years of experience in the wine industry, most recently as Head of Asia for Zachys Wine Auctions, where he orchestrated many successful single-owner sales, including the Dynasty Collection, All Star Collection, and the Ultimate Leroy Collection. He is also a member of the Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin.     Lucien Michel, who will be joining as Senior Wine Specialist, brings with him a decade of industry experience in Asia, specializing in client growth and engagement in the wine and spirits world. Most recently, he was Private Client Relationship Manager at Edrington, which holds a portfolio of some of the world’s best-loved Scotch whiskies and spirits, and prior to that, he was an Account Manager at Sotheby’s, driving retail and private sales.     These appointments mark an important step of Bonhams’ global strategy to expand its Wine & Spirits department, uniting a strengthened team of experts across the Americas, Asia, and Europe. The new appointments also align with Bonhams' expansion in Asia, coinciding with the opening of the new Asia headquarters in mid-October at Six Pacific Place.     Read more: https://lnkd.in/e4AyJX2a