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Sotheby’s Important Design sale presents a curated survey of Design from the last century, from notable examples of American Arts & Crafts furniture to significant offerings of Post-War and Contemporary Design. The sale is anchored by masterworks by François-Xavier Lalanne, Alberto Giacometti, George Nakashima, Frank Lloyd Wright, and Wendell Castle, among others.
Property will be on view in Sotheby’s New York galleries from May 31 - June 5.
| Hours | Fri, 31 May 24 to Wed, 5 Jun 24 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Venue | Sotheby’s |
| Type | Auction |
| Duration | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| City | New York City |
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Established in 1744, Sotheby’s is the world’s premier destination for art and luxury. Sotheby’s promotes access to and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions and buy-now channels including private sales, e-commerce and retail. Our trusted global marketplace is supported by an industry-leading technology platform and a network of specialists spanning 40 countries and 70 categories which include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits, and Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate. Sotheby’s believes in the transformative power of art and culture and is committed to making our industries more inclusive, sustainable and collaborative.
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