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Christie’s

  1. tastemakers
    The ‘Art Merchant’ Auctioning Multimillion-Dollar WorksSarah Friedlander’s gig at Christie’s is an art lover’s dream.
  2. rich people problems
    Accused Predator Is Reportedly Furious at Christie’s for Damaging His PicassoThis isn’t the first damaged Picasso painting that the former Casino mogul has mourned.
  3. gallery
    The Stories Behind Audrey Hepburn’s Most Treasured PossessionsChristie’s told us the stories behind her favorite pen, purse, and ballet slippers.
  4. good deals
    This Is the World’s Most Expensive Bag Sold at AuctionHint: It’s Hermès.
  5. gallery
    Zadig & Voltaire Is Making a Political Statement at Christie’sFeaturing contemporary art by Maurizio Cattelan, Picasso, and Sterling Ruby.
  6. best bet
    A Paris-Themed Motorcycle Jacket That You Can Buy for a Good CauseThis Dries Van Noten number will be available in “The Black Leather Jacket” charity auction from Barneys and Christie’s.
  7. free the nipple
    $170M Painted Nipples Too Hot for Bloomberg TVBloomberg TV blurred the nipples out of Modigliani’s Nu Couché.
  8. bow down
    Act Quickly: Queen Kate Moss’s Crown Is Up for GrabsShe wore the Stephen Jones creation on her first-ever photo shoot in 1989.
  9. snapshots
    See Warhol Polaroids of Fashion Luminaries From the ’70s and ’80sIncluding Grace Jones, André Leon Talley, DVF, and many more.
  10. look book
    The Look Book: Amy Cappellazzo, Art Adviser“When it comes to auctions, I am more about the foreplay than the climax.”
  11. Suzy Menkes Will Auction Off Her WardrobeIncluded in the mix: a Chanel bag emblazoned with her name.
  12. weddings!
    Elizabeth Taylor’s First Wedding Dress to Be AuctionedOne of eight!
  13. fashion goddesses
    Lady Gaga and Daphne Guinness’s AuctionOne might have been an Alexander McQueen dress for £85,250.
  14. fashion goddesses
    Daphne Guinness’s Size-37 McQueen Shoes Could Soon Be YoursHer Christie’s auction catalogue is now available for your drooling pleasure.
  15. r.i.p. elizabeth taylor
    Elizabeth Taylor’s Jewelry Auction Broke World RecordsHer jewelry fetched $115,932,000 at Christie’s last night.
  16. r.i.p. elizabeth taylor
    Some of Elizabeth Taylor’s Jewelry Will Be Auctioned OnlineIt’s the first time that Christie’s is doing exclusive online bidding for a private collection sale.
  17. vintage
    Gucci and Christie’s Will Assess Your Vintage FindsEver wonder what they’re worth?
  18. loose threads
    Yves Saint Laurent Art Auction, Part Two; Eva Mendes Billboard VandalizedAlso, Marisa Tomei stars in Scott Sternberg’s Boy by Band of Outsiders fall look book.
  19. exhibitionists
    i-D and Gucci Team Up for ‘Soul i-D’ Exhibit at Christie’sThe exhibit showcases photos, advice, anecdotes, and more from designers, photographers, musicians, and artists.
  20. eff the recession
    The Christie’s Jewelry Sale Kicks Off WednesdayThe auction house is having a jewelry sale. Come ogle the many, many diamonds with us.
  21. loose threads
    Victoria Beckham Lands Indian ‘Vogue’ Bridal-Issue CoverAlso PPR CEO François-Henri Pinault doesn’t feel comfortable partying, and Naomi isn’t pregnant.
  22. up for auction
    Yves Saint Laurent’s Art Collection Could Fetch $440 MillionThe collection, including a first-century Roman Minotaur sculpture, will be showcased in New York in November.
  23. up for auction
    Gisele Auctions Jewelry StashSome of the stones were reportedly given to her by Leonardo DiCaprio.
  24. the cutrone minute
    Kelly Cutrone’s Vlog: A Day That Never EndsKelly Cutrone films a day in her life during Fashion Week. We’re tired just watching!
  25. loose threads
    Christie’s to Auction YSL’s Art; Bilson Stars in DKNY Jeans AdsYves Saint Laurent’s art collection is valued at $600 million, Donatella Versace doesn’t understand flats, and Miranda Kerr might be single.
  26. run through
    A Bidding Frenzy for Vintage YSL Pieces?Tomorrow Christie’s is auctioning off some vintage couture, including a few choice pieces that might be worth more than average.
  27. loose threads
    Kate Moss Lends Her House to Stella McCartneyAlso, iconic pieces by Yves Saint Laurent hit the auction block, and Carrie’s studded belt is available for presale at Patricia Field.
  28. run through
    Big-Deal Jewelry Auction Halted, Investment Bankers FrustratedThe auction of $34 million worth of jewels was dramatically halted just moments before its start when the jewels’ owner — who happens to own Fred Leighton — filed for Chapter 11.