History
It’s no secret that the fashion industry loves a good throw back. If it was on point once, then its likely to come back in fashion and this is more relevant than ever for the modern man; the 21st century man is...
Inspiration
Looking for a practical prewar classic with a chic look and sporty finish? This week Catawiki has a unique 1935 Bentley Derby 3.5L Park Ward Sports Saloon in the auction. What makes this Bentley unique is its rich history and...
History
James Bond is a worldwide phenomenon. The charming secret agent is recognised globally and adored by all; old, young, male or female. However, with seven actors who have played James Bond in total, (technically nine if you count radio shows),...
History
Jewellery isn’t just a lady’s best friend, it’s their life partner. A serious business that rings in billions and billions of dollars every year, your jewellery collection needs to be taken seriously. Forget fleeting trends, the best pieces to invest...
News
Ever since the turn of the millennium, vintage is all the rage again. Today, 17 years later, this trend is just as popular. Industrial design is a great example of the vintage trend that has become more and more popular. But,...
History
Every stamp has a story to tell but do you know the story of where stamps came from in the first place? Didn’t think so. Over 140 billion letters are posted all over the world every year and the simple,...
History
Dom Pérignon owes its namesake to a Benedictine monk. For a long time many believed that he was responsible for discovering the technique for making bubbly wines, however this is merely a myth. Since Catawiki is hosting a special Dom...
History
Who’s your favourite superhero these days? Superman, Batman, Green Lantern, Deadpool or Spidey? As all the above and many more have been turned into some serious Hollywood franchise or some seriously binge-worthy series on Netflix, this has meant that these...
Interviews
There we grow again! Here’s the story of Catawiki, which started out with two people, but currently hiring 100 persons quarterly! Read how we became the fastest growing company of Europe and how to become part of it.
News
Holding a 2000 year old Roman coin is holding a piece of history in your hand. As you examine an ancient coin, remember that the coin you hold has survived the dark ages, the golden age and both world wars. Roman...
History
Swiss watches have a magical appeal for a lot of people. They spend hundreds of dollars on a watch that is Swiss made even though they can buy a Chinese made timepiece for only 10 dollars. So what is it...
History
The story of the pinball machine goes back as far as the 1700s, and it is a story worth telling. By means of 10 funfacts this Catawiki story leads you through the rich and surprising history of the famous pinball...
History
A toss of platinum blonde hair over the shoulder, a twist and turn of those voluptuous curves, and the world is hypnotised. The terms ‘Blonde Bombshell’ and ‘Sex Kitten’ originated from the beautiful actresses and models Marilyn Monroe and Brigitte...
History
Delftware, the blue-and-white pottery from Delft, was one of the most popular export products of the Netherlands in the seventeenth century. However, the days where teacups were only used to serve tea or the only purpose of a plate was...
News
One in six investors are investing in collectables and you should be too. It doesn’t have to cost a lot to get started but many of the items you can find online might bring you a hefty profit down the...