Why Private Collections Have Public Appeal May 23, 2023 The power of personality: With the Christie’s spring sales full of pieces from prominent owners, the stories of these figures help capture buyers’ interest. Polished
Behind the Gavel: Benoît Repellin of Phillips Shares His Passion for the Job May 23, 2023 As the company’s new global jewelry head, he’s managing not just the auction house’s offerings, but thousands of appreciative Instagram followers. Polished
The Dirt on Greenwashing May 2, 2023 Hiding unethical practices behind a veneer of sustainability is a serious issue in the luxury sector. Social Responsibility
Interview with Sotheby’s Exec Paul Redmayne April 27, 2023 Behind the gavel: Introducing the auction house’s senior vice president for luxury sales in Dubai. Industry
Cartier’s Looking Glass Is Luxury’s Latest Frontier April 19, 2023 Mirror imaging: The French brand’s virtual try-on device shows that the future of jewelry retail has arrived. Will the house’s competitors follow its lead? Industry
A Year in the Life of Watch Auctions April 3, 2023 The hammer went down on more than $760 million in sales in 2022, says The Mercury Project. What’s next? Industry
The No-Nonsense Italian Watch That Collectors Love April 3, 2023 That special glow: The Panerai Luminor, initially a military model, has become an investment asset. Industry
Tracking the Timepiece Market’s Movements April 3, 2023 Recently launched website WatchAnalytics crunches the numbers to provide pricing data for timepiece buyers. Watches
Mixing the Rough with the Smooth April 3, 2023 Pairing uncut and polished stones in a single jewel is a striking way to evoke the earthy origins of fine gems. Retail
Cindy Chao’s Cardamom Creations April 3, 2023 Seeds of green: Two exquisite new brooches from the Taiwanese art jeweler evoke the freshness of spring. Retail