| Even in Good Times, Stash These Valuable Finds in the Cellar An auction lunch by Acker Merrall & Condit was a reminder that reports of a sagging economy should be kept in perspective. nytimes.com |
On the Block: Anarchy and Nostalgia Detritus from the era of the Ramones and the Clash hurtled its way into high culture when Christie’s hosted its first auction devoted to punk memorabilia. nytimes.com |
Bidding Is Thin at Christie’s in London The summer season of evening contemporary art auctions ended in London at Christie’s on Tuesday when collectors went bargain hunting. nytimes.com |
A New Era for Postwar and Contemporary Art After robust sales at Sotheby's and Christie's, May 2010 might come to be remembered as the month when postwar and contemporary art became fully integrated into the broader art market. nytimes.com |
When Discourse Has the Upper Hand Over Art Future historians peering at the outcome of art sales this year may conclude that the early 21st century was the time when abstract notions took precedence over visual perception. nytimes.com |