The London Sale at Christie’s brought in an above estimate £1,442,813 on September 3. The auction, at which Christie’s celebrated an extraordinary year for London, offered collectors the chance to acquire pieces of the city’s iconic imagery and history from paintings, prints, photographs and posters, through to rock and roll, Royal, Olympic and political memorabilia.
Nicolas Martineau, Director, Head of Sale and Auctioneer commented: “There has been a real buzz in and around London this summer, and it has been a pleasure to join in the excitement by staging such a special auction celebrating the art and icons of the capital. Showcasing London’s rich history through the objects and works of art on offer, Christie’s The London Sale exhibition ran for six weeks, welcoming over 16,000 visitors including local residents and tourists from around the world. The packed saleroom and the results from the auction are testament to the popularity and fondness felt for the city of London by all who visit.”