Phillips London Design results November 4, 2026 . THe sale exceeded all expectations! details below

 

 

PHILLIPS’ LONDON DESIGN SALE DOUBLES ITS HIGH ESTIMATE, REALISING £4.8 MILLION

 

Led by Magdalene Odundo’s ‘Untitled’ Which Achieved Over Six Times the Presale Estimate, and a World Auction Record for Umberto Bellotto

 

London, 4 November 2026 

Sale Total: £4,847,369 / $6,535,223 / €5,809,087

 

 

Domenico Raimondo, Phillips’ Head of Department, Design, Europe and Senior International Specialist, said,“We are delighted with the results from our Design sale, which realised £4.8 million, doubling the presale high estimate, reflecting the continued strength of the market for exceptional design. The sale was led by Magdalene Odundo’s ‘Untitled’, which achieved £722,400, more than six times its low estimate and the second highest price for the artist. We were thrilled with the result achieved for Diego Giacometti’s 'Berceau' low table, which sold for £387,000, a remarkable work and importantly the first version of the model. Lucie Rie’s pink Footed bowl also attracted significant competition, achieving £322,500, more than six times its low estimate and reaffirming the enduring appeal of her work and British studio pottery. Further highlights included Jean Royère’s Pair of ‘Persane’ wall lights, which achieved £126,420 against an estimate of £30,000, and Umberto Bellotto’s Unique vase, which more than tripled its low estimate to £122,550, setting a new world auction record for the artist. Gabriella Crespi’s rare ‘Puzzle’ table also performed exceptionally well, selling for nearly six times its low estimate. These results reflect the breadth of collector interest across 20th and 21st century design and the enduring appeal of works of exceptional quality and provenance.”

 

Top Ten Lots

Lot	Description	Estimate	Price Achieved
34 Magdalene Odundo, 'Untitled', 1987 £120,000–180,000 £722,400

14 Diego Giacometti, 'Berceau' low table, first version,   designed circa 1963, executed 1970s £200,000–300,000 £387,000

49 François-Xavier Lalanne, 'Agneau', from the   'Nouveaux Moutons', designed 1996, executed 1997 £220,000–280,000 £361,200

2 Lucie Rie, Footed bowl, circa 1980 £50,000–70,000 £322,500

44 Jean Royère, Pair of 'Persane' wall lights, circa 1954 £30,000–40,000 £126,420

62 Umberto Bellotto, Unique vase, 1923  WORLD AUCTION RECORD £35,000–40,000 £122,550

81 Gabriella Crespi, Rare 'Puzzle' table, from the 'Plurimi',   1973 £18,000–24,000 £105,780

57 Line Vautrin, 'Soleil torsade' mirror, circa 1960 £30,000–50,000 £95,460

51 André Groult, Rare cabinet, circa 1919 £15,000–20,000 £77,400

18 Gino Sarfatti, Rare chandelier, model no. 2109/36,   circa 1962 £35,000–55,000 £77,400

New Auction Records 

Lot	Description	Estimate	Price Achieved
62 Umberto Bellotto, Unique vase, 1923 £35,000–40,000 £122,550 *previous record price: 143,750 USD set in 2016
Gino Levi Montalcini and Giuseppe Pagano, Rare   85  executive desk, from Palazzo Gualino, Turin, circa   £12,000-18,000 £25,155   1929  *previous record price: 19,300 EUR set in 2024

Exchange Rate on 4 November 2026: GBP£1 = US$1.3482, EUR€1.1984, HK$10.5779

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As Phillips marks its 230th anniversary in 2026, the house celebrates more than two centuries at the forefront of  the global market for Modern & Contemporary Art, Design, and Luxury. Founded in 1796 by the charismatic  auctioneer Harry Phillips, the company has, since its earliest days, offered a distinct and forward-looking approach  to sales and collecting. Over the centuries, Phillips has delivered record-breaking results and landmark offerings,  while also pioneering new modes of collecting via the likes of Dropshop. Through its partnership with Bacs & Russo,  Phillips continues to lead the industry in watches, setting new benchmarks for excellence, innovation, and  connoisseurship. Today, Phillips remains true to the entrepreneurial spirit of its founder while redefining the role of  a 21st century auction house.

ABOUT PHILLIPS 

Phillips: where the world’s curious and bold connect with the art, design, and luxury that inspires them. As a leading global platform for buying and selling 20th and 21st century works, Phillips offers dedicated expertise in the areas of Modern and  Contemporary Art, Design, Photographs, Editions, Watches, and Jewels. Auctions and exhibitions are primarily held in New  York, London, Geneva, and Hong Kong, with representative offices based throughout Europe, the United States, and Asia.  Phillips offers a regular selection of live and online auctions, along with items available for immediate purchase. Phillips  also offers a range of services and advice on all aspects of collecting, including private sales and assistance with appraisals,  valuations, and financial planning. 

Visit phillips.com for further information. 

*Estimates do not include buyer’s premium; prices achieved include the hammer price plus buyer’s premium. 

  

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Phillips Austine London Design Novemebr 4, 2026, Features works by François-Xavier Lalanne, Diego Giacometti and Magdalene Odundo, and others.

Details below for all works.  

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FRANÇOIS-XAVIER LALANNE, DIEGO GIACOMETTI AND MAGDALENE ODUNDO LEAD PHILLIPS’ DESIGN SALE

 

Highlights Include a Unique Vase by Umberto Bellotto and a Collection of Lighting by Seguso Vetri d’Arte and Flavio Poli from the Historic Hotel Concordia in Cortina d’Ampezzo

 

 

LONDON – 26 OCTOBER 2026 – Phillips presents highlights from its London Design sale on 4 November, led by François-Xavier Lalanne, Diego Giacometti and Magdalene Odundo. Comprising 131 lots spanning more than 120 years of design, the sale features a rare, unique vase by Umberto Bellotto, a one-of-a-kind rare prototype cabinet by Ettore Sottsass Jr., and the auction debut for six mid-century lights from the historic Hotel Concordia in Cortina d’Ampezzo, including works designed by Flavio Poli during his tenure as artistic director at Seguso Vetri d’Arte. Further highlights include a rare wall-mounted large mirror by Carlo Bugatti, Lucie Rie ceramics, an early Conoidbench by George Nakashima and a rare variant chandelier by Gino Sarfatti. The full catalogue is now online, with the public preview opening at Phillips’ Berkeley Square galleries on 29 October ahead of the auction on 4 November.

 

Domenico Raimondo, Phillips’ Head of Department, Design, Europe and Senior International Specialist, “From Ettore Sottsass Jr.’s radical vision for modern living to Diego Giacometti’s sculptural bronze Berceau table and Magdalene Odundo’s ‘Untitled’ ceramic vessel, this sale celebrates designers and makers who have pushed the boundaries of their disciplines. The unique vase by Umberto Bellotto and the group of lighting fixtures from the historic Hotel Concordia are particularly compelling, offering a rare opportunity to encounter works that tell important stories of design innovation, collaboration and provenance. We look forward to welcoming visitors to our Berkeley Square galleries from 29 October.”

Auction: 4 November 2026 2pm 2026

Auction viewing: 29 October - 4 November 2026

Location: Phillips, 30 Berkeley Square, London, W1J 6EX

Click here for more information: https://www.phillips.com/auction/UK050226

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Phillips' London Sales results for Modern & Contemporary Art Total 21.5 British Pounds.

 

 

PHILLIPS’ LONDON SALES OF MODERN & CONTEMPORARY ART TOTAL £21.5 MILLION

 

Saturday Sale Led by Georg Baselitz and Michelangelo Pistoletto, alongside a World Auction Record for Hassan Sharif 

 

 

Charlotte Raybaud, Senior Specialist, Head of Sale, Director, Modern & Contemporary Art, London, said, “We were delighted with the results achieved in today’s sale, led by Georg Baselitz’s Transmission, which achieved more than four times its pre-sale estimate, and Michelangelo Pistoletto’s Donna sullo sgabello, which more than doubled its estimate. Andy Warhol’s Lenin also achieved three times its pre-sale estimate, further demonstrating the strength of the contemporary blue-chip market. We were also pleased to see an auction record for Hassan Sharif, alongside excellent results for auction newcomers Emma Prempeh, Kaloki Nyamai, and Justin de Verteuil. Ahead of this week’s sales, we were thrilled to broker the private acquisition of 22 works from the Dartington Hall Collection for the nation, supported by Art Fund. The energy of Frieze Week has been electric in the saleroom, and we look forward to carrying this momentum into our Vente Art Moderne & Contemporain et Design in Paris on 21 October.”

Top Ten Lots

Lot Description Estimate  Price Achieved 

132 Georg Baselitz, Transmission, 2004 £150,000–200,000 £645,000 

183 Michelangelo Pistoletto, Donna sullo sgabello (Woman on a stool), 1974 £150,000–200,000 £412,800 

147 David Hockney, Rubber Plant and Skeleton, 1959-60 £150,000–250,000 £348,300 

137 Andy Warhol, Lenin, 1986-1987 £100,000–150,000 £309,600 

142 Antony Gormley, Small Fall 2 III, 2015 £200,000–300,000 £258,000 

127 Tony Cragg, Lane, 2014 £180,000–250,000 £225,750 

106 George Condo, Reclining Nude, 2023 £120,000–180,000 £180,600 

125 Damien Hirst, Potassium Chloride ACS Reagent, 2004 £100,000–150,000 £154,800 

145 David Hockney, Sony TV, 1968 £100,000–150,000 £154,800 

107 Andy Warhol, Heaven and Hell Are Just One Breath Away! (Negative), 1985-1986 £100,000–150,000 £154,800 

 

New Auction Records 

Lot Description Estimate  Price Achieved 

123 

  Hassan Sharif, Slippers, 2016 

*previous record price: 75,600 GBP set in 2021 £60,000–80,000 £122,550 

 

*Lots 185, 196, 198 and 232 were sold after the lots closed, whilst the sale was ongoing, and are therefore included in the total sale result. 

Exchange Rate on 17 October 2026: GBP£1 = USD$1.3329, EUR€1.1859, HK$10.4610 

      

As Phillips marks its 230th anniversary in 2026, the house celebrates more than two centuries at the forefront of the global market for Modern & Contemporary Art, Design, and Luxury. Founded in 1796 by the charismatic auctioneer Harry Phillips, the company has, since its earliest days, offered a distinct and forward-looking approach to sales and collecting. Over the centuries, Phillips has delivered record-breaking results and landmark offerings,  while also pioneering new modes of collecting via the likes of Dropshop. Through its partnership with Bacs & Russo, Phillips continues to lead the industry in watches, setting new benchmarks for excellence, innovation, and connoisseurship. Today, Phillips remains true to the entrepreneurial spirit of its founder while redefining the role of a 21st century auction house. 

ABOUT PHILLIPS 

Phillips: where the world’s curious and bold connect with the art, design, and luxury that inspires them. As a leading global platform for buying and selling 20th and 21st century works, Phillips offers dedicated expertise in the areas of Modern and Contemporary Art, Design, Photographs, Editions, Watches, and Jewels. Auctions and exhibitions are primarily held in New York, London, Geneva, and Hong Kong, with representative offices based throughout Europe, the United States, and Asia. Phillips offers a regular selection of live and online auctions, along with items available for immediate purchase. Phillips also offers a range of services and advice on all aspects of collecting, including private sales and assistance with appraisals, valuations, and financial planning. Visit phillips.com for further information. 

 

*Estimates do not include buyer’s premium; prices achieved include the hammer price plus buyer’s prem

PHILLIPS NEW YORK – 432 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10022 

PHILLIPS LONDON – 30 Berkeley Square, London, W1J 6EX 

PHILLIPS HONG KONG – G/F, WKCDA Tower, West Kowloon Cultural District, No. 8 Austin Road, West Kowloon 

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