28 May 2009 @ 12:08 PM 
 

Christies’s back in the African Art business?

 

A magnificent Luba female figure, Democratic Republic of Congo

Price realized: €547,000 December 2008, Paris

The last years Christie’s always lagged behind Sotheby’s with auctions bringing ten times less than those at Sotheby’s.  This was due to the low estimates that expert Tim Teuten gave on objects to attract dealers, but discouraging collectors to bring in important pieces and collections.
But since they bought out Susan Kloman, things seems to change.International Specialist Head

Susan Kloman International Specialist Head
New York

Susan Kloman developed her passion for African and Oceanic art while obtaining her Master of Arts degree in Art History.

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Tags Categories: african art Posted By: nordend
Last Edit: 28 May 2009 @ 12 08 PM

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