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Fearless. Powerful. Deadly. The Samurai were Japanese warriors who wore remarkable armour, yielded unique weapons and had stunning combat techniques. And yet there is so much more to be discovered about these noble warriors who served in Japan from 1185...
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The humble bicycle is a symbol for many European and East Asian countries and was once an essential wartime asset too.
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Discovering rare and unusual objects and the thrill of bidding make auctions incredibly exciting. But how do you make sure you’re the winner?
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This week we present a very special edition of our Expert’s Choice feature. Our modern art expert, Anita Helmy, is excited to share the story behind 'Heracles met Hydra,' a unique sculpture by Dutch Artist Nic Jonk (1928-1994) inspired by...
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In this week’s Expert’s Advice our in-house art experts explain the factors they investigate when determining the value of classical paintings in order of importance. Artist - The most important factor in determining the value of a classical painting is...
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It is any LEGO collector’s dream: to own the Star Wars Millennium Falcon. Vintage 2007 sets in mint condition are generally sold for at least €4,000, so it is safe to say the more recent editions could be quite a...
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This week we are inspired by steampunk. Steampunk began as a literary subgenre of science-fiction and fantasy, but has in recent years come to encompass fashion, music and engineering as well. Inspired by the elegance of the 19th century Victorian...
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Did you know the term 'handbag' only came into the English language in the early 1900s and was originally used to refer to men’s luggage? The oldest known purse however, dates back at least 5,000 years. In this edition of...
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When women look for a watch to wear daily, Rolex is often the brand they choose because Rolex has found the perfect combination of quality and style: timeless but stunning designs hide a movement that is ‘yours faithfully’ until the...
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With the FIFA World Cup being the most widely viewed sporting event in the world – even exceeding the Olympics – it's not surprising that world cup memorabilia can be extremely valuable. To give you an example: one ninth of...
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The accents of interior design showcase your own personal creativity and taste; it turns a house into a home.
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After 120 years, M.C. Escher’s work still amazes audiences worldwide and this year a special exhibition is taking place in his hometown of Leeuwarden in the Netherlands. In our Expert Talks, we hand over the metaphorical pen to one of...
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Buddhist art is not only appreciated by Buddhists; the fine craftsmanship and peaceful allure of most statues attract many. This is one of the reasons Buddhist statues are popular in our Catawiki auctions. Perhaps you are wondering what the Buddhist...
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When hit show ‘Mad Men’ hit our screens back in 2007, the world fell in love once again with the style and elegance of the 60s. Many men wanted to be like Don Draper, the show’s handsome leading star, and...
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These kitchy timepieces are far more multi-faceted than their whimsical appearance suggests.