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Sotheby’s to Offer The Leonard A. Lauder Collection – Sale Features Three Masterpieces by Gustav Klimt Never Before Offered on the Open Market

September 25, 2025

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Paris Napoleonic Auction Brings Total of €8.7M (against a pre-sale estimate in the region €6M)

July 15, 2025

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Jane Birkin’s original Hermès Birkin created a sensation at Sotheby’s in Paris selling for £8.6 million

July 13, 2025

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A Juvenile Ceratosaurus Dinasaur – the Only Known Specimen of Its Kind To Be Offered at Sotheby’s New York

July 12, 2025

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Christie’s Presents Two Exceptional Online Auctions Celebrating the World’s Finest Wines & Spirits

June 8, 2025

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Celebrating Turner’s 250th Anniversary – London, 1 and 2 July 2025

June 8, 2025

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THE FIRST OIL PAINTING EVER EXHIBITED BY J.M.W. TURNER IN HIS LIFETIME EMERGES IN ARTIST’S 250TH ANNIVERSARY YEAR

June 8, 2025

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Christie’s Presents The Cellar of William I. Koch The Great American Collector

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SOTHEBY’S AND THE ABU DHABI INVESTMENT OFFICE UNVEIL $100...

Featuring The Most Sought-After Shades of the World’s Most Precious Jewel: SOTHEBY’S AND THE...

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Rare Shakespeare Folios to be Offered in Dedicated Auction

Rare Shakespeare Folios to be Offered in Dedicated Auction Sotheby’s to Offer All Four...

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POP WHAAAM BANG: 40+ Iconic Works from Lichtenstein’s...

POP WHAAAM BANG: 40+ Iconic Works from Lichtenstein’s Estate to be Offered at Sotheby’s...

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Modern and Contemporary Middle Eastern Art Online at Christie’s

Modern and Contemporary Middle Eastern Art Online at Christie’s 24 April – 8 May Live for...

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MAURICE SENDAK ARTIST, COLLECTOR, CONNOISSEUR-LIVE AUCTION: 10...

MAURICE SENDAK ARTIST, COLLECTOR, CONNOISSEUR-LIVE AUCTION: 10 JUNE 2025 LIVE AUCTION: 10 JUNE 2025...

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Barry Humphries: The Personal Collection-Books and Manuscripts...

Barry Humphries: The Personal Collection Books and Manuscripts Christie’s London, 13 February 2025...

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HAPPY NEW YEAR 2025 TO OUR READERS & COMMUNITY

by Ritenis Aksel

Happy New Year 2025,…to our Readers & the Connoisseur Community! A Message from the...

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A Warm Christmas Greeting from the Publisher of Connoisseur...

by Ritenis Aksel

A Warm Christmas Greeting from the Publisher of Connoisseur Magazine As the year draws to a...

Art Auctions/CHRISTIES • ARTS and CULTURE • AUCTIONS • THE FINER THINGS IN LIFE

Barry Humphries: The Personal Collection Christie’s London, 13...

Barry Humphries: The Personal Collection Christie’s London, 13 February 2025 London – Christie’s...

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Visiting Champagne Taittinger: A Journey Through History and BubblesMy recent press trip to Reims, France, gave me a priviliged look into the legendary world of Champagne Taittinger. As Publisher of Connoisseur Magazine UK I’ve experienced many fine offerings, but this was truly special. The visit was more than a tasting; it was a journey back through the centuries, exploring the historic Saint-Nicaise site and its four kilometers of UNESCO-listed cellars—ancient chalk quarries that perfectly age their exquisite wines. Taittinger remains one of the few family-owned Champagne houses, and their unwavering dedication to quality, particularly their signature Chardonnay-focused style, is evident in every detail. From their extensive 288 hectares of vineyards to the family’s philosophy—"In order to obtain gold in our bottles, we first need to have it in our hands"—the entire experience was a masterclass in tradition and craftsmanship.The highlight was an exclusive dégustation, culminating in the Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs—a true masterpiece only produced in exceptional years and a champagne I now believe belongs on the dinner table, not just as an aperitif. The house is also embracing innovation with the stunning new Polychrome restaurant, offering a monochromatic, art-focused culinary experience paired beautifully with their champagnes. A visit to Taittinger is a profound encounter with history, elegance, and the timeless artistry of one of the world's most revered Maisons. If you're ever in Reims, their unique 'Instant' tours are highly recommended for a truly unforgettable immersion into the 'Art de Vivre.' ... See MoreSee Less

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Taste Champagne Trade and Media Event in SydneyI ahd the pleasure of attending The Taste Champagne event which took place at Doltone House Hyde Park in Sydney yesterday,.. bringing together wine media, retail wine buyers and sommeliers for an exclusive champagne tasting experience. There was a buzz in the air as the excitement of trying so many great champagnes reverbrated through the room.Hosted by Tyson Stelzer, International Wine & Spirit Communicator of the Year, the event featured over 150 cuvées from 50 champagne houses, growers and cooperatives.Tyson Stelzer's Taste Champagne event in Sydney was a grand success, offering attendees an unparalleled opportunity to sample some of the world's finest champagnes. Exceptional Champagnes on show: Attendees sampled a diverse range of champagnes, including rare and prestigious cuvées from top champagne houses.Industry Insights Tyson Stelzer's expertise and passion for champagne added value to the event, providing attendees with a deeper understanding of the champagnes on offer.The evening session of Taste champagne forwine afficianados,connoisseurs and public was also reported to have been a great success.Exceptional Champagnes; Attendees sampled a diverse range of champagnes, including rare and prestigious cuvées from top champagne houses.Industry Insights Tyson Stelzer's expertise and passion for champagne added value to the event, providing attendees with a deeper understanding of the champagnes on offer.Event Highlights Prestigious Venue Doltone House Hyde Park offered a sophisticated backdrop for the event, with its grand ballroom, floor-to-ceiling arched windows and uninterrupted views of Hyde Park. ... See MoreSee Less

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Jumped on a plane after the Bourgogne Tasting in Sydney and arrived in a Hot and Sunny Singapore for the Vinexpo Asia Wine exhibition being held at Marina Bay Sands.Its hard to beat Singapore for another exciting edition of this premier wine and spirits trade event! Positioned at the crossroads of Asia’s booming markets, this event will connect over 11,000 visitors and 1000 exhibitors from over 30 countries. Attendees are unlocking Asia’s wine and spirits future: Vinexpo Asia 2025 in Singapore is where markets converge, deals happen, and trends are set!I must confess the wines on show here are pretty amazing,..and of course I was focussed on the premium stuff ,.. with many of the World’s leading producers in attendance and I attach some images of our colleagues showcasing their wines! Had the privilege of meeting Chris Yorke the MD Of Austrian Wine Marketing Board and tasting some fabulous Gruner Veltliner with a guided tasting .Today I will be attending the famous Chateau Pavie stand which has a commerative bottle (pictured) to celebrate an anniversary and its rapid justifiable ascendancy in the Saint Emilion classification !Also tasted some fabulous Chateauneuf du Pape wines from the winery Famille Isabel Ferrando which is run by a mother and daughter combination and the wines were exquisite! It was refreshing to meet Guillamette showcasing her families wines and using her extensive education and professional knowledge and experience to be an advocate for her region and wines. This speaks highly of the future for smaller Boutique winemakers! ... See MoreSee Less