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Christie's Art Market Surges | Art News
Christie’s just smashed records with a record-breaking first half of the year, raking in $4.5 billion — their strongest start since 2021 — fueled by a 71% sales surge, led by the massive S.I. Newhouse collection alone bringing in over $630 million. But the real story? Growth is everywhere — across departments, regions, and price points. With a 91% sell-through rate and items selling at 124% of their low estimates, buyer confidence is roaring back. Even the middle market — artworks valued $20K–$100K — is heating up, averaging 148% of low estimates. This isn’t just a luxury goods rebound — it’s…
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