March 1, 2025

Meet the New Owner of the Bathtub Used by Jacob Elordi in “Saltburn”

Anyone who has watched “Saltburn” probably remembers the scene, and some who have not seen the dark coming-of-age thriller about two Oxford students may remember it, […]
November 14, 2024

For Sale: 12 Dynamic Sketches From the Woman Who Dressed Hollywood

Can you put a price on showbiz history? Bidders will try on Thursday, when a dozen sketches by the legendary costume designer Edith Head go under […]
November 7, 2024

25 Watch Brands Donate Special Pieces to a Charity Auction

Biver and Chopard are among the houses participating in TimeForArt, a Dec. 7 benefit for the Swiss Institute, an art institution in New York. Pierre Biver, […]
July 18, 2024

Phyllis Kao, an Auctioneer at Sotheby’s, Sold the Most Valuable Fossil Ever

Phyllis Kao, an auctioneer at Sotheby’s, captivated audiences when she sold the fossil of a stegosaurus for $44.6 million. The $44.6 million stegosaurus, the most valuable […]
June 21, 2024

The Idea Behind Pharrell’s New Louis Vuitton Fragrance Is ‘Photosynthesis’

The process influenced a new scent developed by the “Happy” singer for Louis Vuitton. Plus, a surprise at Valentino and a punk doyenne’s wardrobe at auction. […]
June 21, 2024

The Idea Behind Pharrell’s New Louis Vuitton Fragrance Is ‘Photosynthesis’

The process influenced a new scent developed by the “Happy” singer for Louis Vuitton. Plus, a surprise at Valentino and a punk doyenne’s wardrobe at auction. […]
May 3, 2024

A New Wave of Appreciation for Jason Polan, the Man Who Drew New York

A somber gathering of artists and illustrators took place at a gallery in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan on a recent Friday evening. They were there […]
April 8, 2024

A Maverick Watch Magazine Lends Some Edge to Sotheby’s

Heist-out, a feisty publication that debuted last year, is working with the auction house on an “underground” sale (scheduled in a wine cellar). Frustration is often […]
April 7, 2024

Only Watch, a Charity Auction, Is Rescheduled for May

A social media controversy over the financial transparency of the Monaco association that organizes the event had prompted its cancellation last fall. Only Watch, the charity […]
March 9, 2024

A Panorama of Design Products

A look at design-world events, products and people. This article is part of our Design special section about innovative surfaces in architecture, interiors and products. An […]