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#MeetOurSpecialists Leading the newly established Estates & Collections department in Sydney, Senior Specialist Robert Williams tells us about his background, career and expertise ahead of his two upcoming auctions: The Morgan Collection on 27 August and Important Australian Art on 10 September. “Items reflecting the collector's or previous owners’ personalities can be crucial in a collector’s appreciation of provenance and the meaningful stories uncovered through these personal belongings.” Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/eXFY-3f5 The Morgan Collection  27 August   Sydney    Important Australian Art  10 September  Sydney    #Bonhams #MeetTheSpecialist #AustralianArt #EstatesandCollections #Sydney #DecorativeArts #Art #Auction #AuctionHouse  

Brain Power: In support of Brain Tumour Research is #NowLive for bidding until 12 August. This charity auction concept was brought to Bonhams by Scottish journalist and broadcaster, Glenn Campbell. After receiving a shocking brain tumour diagnosis last summer, Glenn has focused his energy on Brain Power – a fund to help Brain Tumour Research, the only national charity in the UK focused on finding a cure for all types of brain tumours. Browse the full auction and register to bid at https://lnkd.in/efR4RvEf You can also visit Bonhams Edinburgh until 12 August to see an exhibition of these pieces. Brain Power: In support of Brain Tumour Research Until 12 August Online, Edinburgh #Bonhams #BrainTumourResearch #CharityAuction #RaisingAwareness #ArtAuction

We are excited to announce Chabi Nouri as Global CEO of Bonhams. Nouri, who will be based in our London headquarters, will take up the position this October.  Swiss-born Nouri has deep knowledge and experience in international luxury and retail organisations – her previous roles were as CEO of Richemont-owned watch and jewellery company Piaget where she stayed for seven years before joining the Mirabaud Group in 2022 as Private Equity Partner. She began her career at Cartier where she held several positions in the ten years she was there, after graduating from Fribourg University in Switzerland.  Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eBypDjeb

The experimental furniture of Carlo Bugatti is having a moment. Our recent "Bugatti to Lalique: The Mullin Collection" auction delivered outstanding results, more than doubling estimates for Carlo Bugatti's work, setting a world record for Lidia Bugatti, and achieving impressive outcomes for Rembrandt Bugatti. Explore the insights from designers and experts, including Bonhams specialist David Trujillo, in the latest Architectural Digest feature, as they delve into the appeal and complexities of Carlo Bugatti furnishings. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eTDrphm4

A Pappardelle with provenance 🪑 ⁠ ⁠ Did you know that auctions are an excellent place to pick up unique furniture and decorative art by top makers? From Hans Coper to Edmund de Waal, British to Scandinavian design, you’ll find something for every room. ⁠ ⁠ Interested in selling your design pieces? You can use our simple online form to get a free auction estimate. ⁠ ⁠ Find out more in our Complete Guide to Modern Decorative Art & Design at Auction here: https://lnkd.in/eKFNcwW2   ⁠ @bonhamsdesign⁠ ⁠ #design #moderndesign #decorativeart #furniture 

Books and objects from history’s greatest writers, scientists and thinkers at your fingertips 📚  From Alan Turing’s texts, rare books and illuminated manuscripts to Apollo 11 lunar samples and the Apple-1 computer, you’ll find the finest printed and scientific material at auction. Interested in selling your book or collection? You can use our simple online form to get a free auction estimate. Find out more in our Complete Guide to Books & Manuscripts at Auction: https://lnkd.in/g_3Sb5v4   #Book #RareBooks #Manuscript #AlanTuring #Auction 

⌚ Over the last decade, the demand for luxury watches has skyrocketed and there is no better time to start building your dream collection. Our specialists give their insight into the history and development of watches, what to look out for with diving watches, sport watches and more, and how to care for your collection. Or interested in selling your watch? You can use our simple online form to get a free auction estimate. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/g97kaztV @bonhamswatches #watch #watches #watchesofinstagram #watchcollector #watchlover

Ahead of Bugatti to Lalique: The Mullin Collection on 24 July, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Martyn Lawrence Bullard, acclaimed Los Angeles-based interior designer and devotee of Carlo Bugatti furniture. ⁠ ⁠ Here, Martyn shares insights on the enduring impact of Bugatti’s trailblazing work and shows us how he would style his favourite pieces from the Mullin Collection in his Hollywood Hills home. ⁠ ⁠ Learn more about Martyn's top picks from the sale: https://lnkd.in/ePhrYKJ5 ⁠ Bugatti to Lalique: The Mullin Collection ⁠ 24 July Los Angeles ⁠

With the value of designer handbags on the rise, if you had spent all your money on Chanel handbags 30 years ago, it would have proved to be a better investment than gold. ⁠ ⁠ Our specialists give their insight into the bags to collect, as well as tips for buying and caring for your bag. Interested in selling your handbag? You can use our simple online form to get a free auction estimate. ⁠ ⁠ Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/exP_Y_rN  ⁠ @bonhamsbags ⁠ ⁠ #handbag #designerhandbag #wallet #style #christiandior #diorama

Bonhams is set to hold three auctions of American fine art later this summer. The three sales include one live auction—California and Western Art—and two online-only sales, the Art of Hawaii and American Art. California and Western Art, taking place Aug. 6 in Los Angeles, will be led by a still life by Franz Arthur Bischoff titled Roses, which is estimated to fetch between US$300,000 and US$500,000. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/ecT-Jq6v