Interviews
For upcoming artists Dillon Boy, Matt Lambert, Kev Munday and Hayden Kays, Catawiki is more than just an online auction platform where they can sell their works, it’s a kickstart to internationalising their careers. Catawiki offers an easy and secure...
Interviews
Irene Buffa, fashionista and blogger, loves vintage fashion, but finding great pieces isn’t always easy. Our in-house fashion expert and fellow fashion-lover Stefania Filizola sat down with Irene Buffa to discuss her love for fashion and to share her experiences...
News
Around the late 19th century, the rise of railroading meant that keeping the precise time was crucial for railroad guards. So crucial that Levi Strauss, arguably the founding father of jeans, incorporated a tiny pocket into the main front pockets...
News
In our Expert Talks, we hand over the metaphorical pen to one of our experts to discuss a subject in their field of expertise. In this edition, natural history expert David Leggett discusses whether a prehistoric sea monster could be...
Inspiration
In our Expert Talks, we hand over the metaphorical pen to one of our experts to discuss a subject in their field of expertise. In this edition, books expert Mark Harrison introduces our new Early Books auction and explains how...
History
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...
News
Curious to know the value of your antique silver objects? Our in-house silver expert, Dennis van Kampen, has some advice on the topic. Dennis developed an interest in silver and gold during his studies and discovered the dealer within himself...
Inspiration
In our Expert’s Choice feature, one of our in-house experts shares their favourite objects in a certain auction. This week our jewellery expert, Julia Sophie Lohr, selects five stunning pieces of jewellery from our Exclusive Jewellery auction (15h - 24th...
History
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...
History
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...
History
The accents of interior design showcase your own personal creativity and taste; it turns a house into a home.
History
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...
Guides & Advice
Fashion expert, Stefania Filizola, shares five things to look out for when determining the resale value of your designer handbag.
History
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...
History
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...