Description

Title: 4x Christie's Auction Catalogues Monaco/Paris Furniture Goldware & Objects Art
Author/Publisher: Christie's
Publication Year: 2001
Format: Illustrated Paperback

This lot includes the following:

Christie's Monaco: Sale #1032 10th December 2000 - includes auction results - total sold FRF 30,578,892 Christie's Monaco: Sale #1033 16th June 2001 - includes auction results - total sold FRF 22,566,782 Christie's Paris: Sale #5003 8th April 2002 - includes auction results - total sold EUR 1,528,248 Christie's Paris: Sale #FOLIOT-5012/5013 24th June 2002 - no auction results included

All are illustrated with photographs with text in French.

Synopsis

This collection presents a fascinating insight into Christie's auction activity at the turn of the millennium, specifically from their prestigious Monaco and Paris salerooms. These four distinct catalogues, originating between 2000 and 2002, document significant sales of exquisite furniture, goldware, and various objects of art.

As richly illustrated publications, they offer a detailed visual and textual record of the valuable lots offered, reflecting the prevailing tastes and market values in the realm of European decorative arts and antiques during the early 2000s. They serve as essential resources for collectors, scholars, and enthusiasts of auction history.

• Specific Auction Documentation: This lot includes individual catalogues detailing four specific Christie's sales: Monaco on 10th December 2000 and 16th June 2001, and Paris on 8th April 2002 and 24th June 2002. These provide a direct record of high-profile European auctions.
• Detailed Lot Descriptions and Illustrations: Each paperback catalogue is richly illustrated, offering comprehensive visual and textual descriptions of the diverse lots presented, ranging from exquisite furniture and goldware to various decorative objects and works of art.
• Recorded Sale Outcomes: Three of the four included catalogues meticulously document their auction results, providing final sale figures such as FRF 30,578,892, FRF 22,566,782, and EUR 1,528,248, offering valuable market insights for their respective periods.

This compelling set offers a unique window into the world of luxury auctions and the acquisition of fine and decorative arts. It stands as a valuable reference for those interested in the art market, collecting history, or the specific categories of items presented, reflecting a notable period for Christie's in Europe.

Condition

This item has been professionally inspected and is in Very Good condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.

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