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Published on 22 March 2024

R for Rolex

How did Rolex become Rolex? The world’s most famous watch brand still unleashes passions and fuels bidding wars. Behind the myth, an unsung hero established...

R for Rolex - Glossary

Published on 22 September 2023

Art Price Index: The Birkin Bag by Hermès, a Solid Investment

The memory of Jane Birkin, who died on July 16, lives on in each variation of the in-demand bag inspired by the artist.

Art Price Index: The Birkin Bag by Hermès, a Solid Investment - Market Trends

Published on 17 March 2023

An 18th-Century Sack-Back Gown

This silk outfit belonged to a noble family from the Comtat Venaissin, whose dresses and outfits are being sold at this auction.

An 18th-Century Sack-Back Gown - Pre-sale

Published on 10 February 2023

Historica Selecta’s “Yearbook”: A Checkered Flag for the Classic Car Market

Last week the 47th edition of Retromobile in Paris, the first major international classic car show of 2023, kicked off the market’s “season” in Paris....

Historica Selecta’s “Yearbook”: A Checkered Flag for the Classic Car Market - Market Trends

Published on 18 February 2022

“Vitesse”, an Exhibition Dedicated to Speed in Compiègne

A beautiful show in Compiègne, which is situated in the Oise department of northern France, features fast vehicles and those who, since the 18th century,...

“Vitesse”, an Exhibition Dedicated to Speed in Compiègne - Exhibitions

Published on 29 October 2021

Birkin by Hermès: Business Is in the Bag

A "Himalaya" Hermès Birkin bag has climbed the peaks.

Birkin by Hermès: Business Is in the Bag - Lots sold

Published on 09 September 2021

M is for Mother-of-Pearl

In the sixth century, its iridescent nuances were already enlivening the mosaics at Ravenna’s Basilica of Saint Apollonia. Fragile and long inimitable,...

M is for Mother-of-Pearl - Glossary

Published on 13 April 2021

The Porsche 356: A Sound Investment

Well maintained, ready to drive and decked out in its iconic colors—Silver Metallic 6006 paintwork combined with red leather upholstery—this 1960 Porsche...

The Porsche 356: A Sound Investment - Lots sold

Published on 31 March 2021

Ettore Bugatti's Very Own Mido Watch

Made especially for Ettore Bugatti by Mido, this all-gold watch echoes the shape of the radiator grille of the automobiles that brought the carmaker...

Ettore Bugatti's Very Own Mido Watch - Pre-sale

Published on 10 February 2021

L for Lace

Lace is an intricate, openwork fabric without weft or warp featuring a wide range of techniques and motifs. Linen, cotton, silk, gold and silver thread...

L for Lace - Glossary

Published on 18 December 2020

A Precious Timepiece by Van Cleef & Arpels

A Van Cleef & Arpels ladies’ watch set with gemstones was tremendously successful.

A Precious Timepiece by Van Cleef & Arpels - Lots sold

Published on 03 December 2020

Maison Poursin and the Art of Buckles

Renowned since 1830, Poursin is one of the oldest manufacturers in Paris and the last one in France still making buckles—a guardian of 19th-century...

Maison Poursin and the Art of Buckles - Analyses

Cultural Heritage

Published on 13 May 2019

Murelli, France’s Last Guillocheurs

Établissements Murelli, a “living heritage company” since 2012, is the last business in France to practise the complex, refined art of guillochage.

Murelli, France’s Last Guillocheurs - Cultural Heritage

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