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ARTFIXdaily News Feed - Friday, August 6, 2010

Frauenbildnis (Portrait of Ria Munk III) by Gustav Klimt brought $27,901,055 in the Impressionist and Modern Art Sale at Christie's in June.

Christie's announces $2.57 billion sales for first half of 2010
ArtfixDaily Staff - August 6th, 2010 00:28

Auctioneer Christie's announced on Wednesday worldwide sales of $2.57 billion for the first six months of 2010, up 46% from last year for the same period (figures include buyer’s premium). Results reflected the top end of the art market with Christie's handling 75% of the works sold for over $50 million in this period, including Nude, Green Leaves and Bust by Pablo Picasso which garnered $106.5 million / £70.2 million, the highest price ever paid at auction for any work of ...

This captivating circa 1900 Louis Vuitton trunk exemplifies the style and grace of the golden age of travel. This flat-top steamer case is covered with the familiar LV monogram on an early light brown handwoven canvas, and is finished with all original trim, including the marked latch metal trim, leather tags, beechwood slats and brass rivets. Hotel stickers from around the globe attest to this trunk's travels far and wide.

Ultimate Gift for the Globetrotter

M.S. Rau Antiques has acquired the ultimate gift for the ultimate jet setter and connoisseur: a set of near-perfect condition, vintage Louis Vuitton trunks, circa 1900. Reminiscent ...

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