The 10 most reputable Auction Houses in the world
Here are ten of the most reputable auction houses in the world:
1. Sotheby's: Founded in London in 1744, Sotheby's is one of the oldest and most prestigious auction houses in the world. It specializes in fine art, antiques, and jewelry.
2. Christie's: Established in London in 1766, Christie's is one of the world's largest auction houses. It is known for its sales of fine art, luxury goods, and collectibles.
3. Phillips: Founded in London in 1796, Phillips is a global auction house that specializes in contemporary art, modern art, design, and jewelry.
4. Bonhams: Founded in London in 1793, Bonhams is a privately owned auction house that focuses on fine art, antiques, and collectibles.
5. Heritage Auctions: Founded in Dallas, Texas in 1976, Heritage Auctions is the largest collectibles auctioneer in the world. It specializes in coins, comics, sports memorabilia, and other collectibles.
6. Bukowskis: Founded in Stockholm, Sweden in 1870, Bukowskis is a leading auction house in the Nordic region. It specializes in fine art, antiques, and design.
7. Drouot: Founded in Paris in 1852, Drouot is one of the oldest and most prestigious auction houses in France. It is known for its sales of fine art, antiques, and collectibles.
8. Koller Auctions: Founded in Zurich, Switzerland in 1958, Koller Auctions is a leading auction house in Europe. It specializes in fine art, jewelry, and watches.
9. China Guardian: Founded in Beijing in 1993, China Guardian is the largest auction house in China. It specializes in Chinese art and antiques.
10. Artcurial: Founded in Paris in 2002, Artcurial is a leading auction house in Europe. It specializes in fine art, design, and jewelry.
Please note that there are many other reputable auction houses around the world, and this list is not exhaustive.
About your Author:
Adrian Roose has over 30 years’ experience covering all aspects of the rare stamp & memorabilia industry during which he has sold over £50m of unique items, helping build collections for Royalty, household name celebrities and 1,000s of collectors around the world.
Adrian was previously a Director at Stanley Gibbons, a Board Member of Stampex, and Executive Director of Paul Fraser Collectibles, PFC Auctions and JustCollecting, prior to founding The Memorabilia Club.