Phillips Auction Paris as Vente Moderne & Contemporary totals close to 5 Million Euros in sales.

During Art Basel Week, the Phillips sales  for contemporary art are astounding!

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PHILLIPS MARKS MILESTONE MOMENT IN PARIS AS VENTE ART MODERNE & CONTEMPORAIN ET DESIGN ACHIEVES NEARLY €5 MILLION

 

Led by Joan Miró’s Peinture from the Collection of Marcel Brient, 

Sale Sets New Record for Liu Guofu 
100% of Design Lots Sold
Results Underscore Phillips’ Growing Presence in Paris in its 230th Anniversary Year

 

 

India Phillips, Managing Director, Modern & Contemporary Art, Europe, said, “This sale represents an important milestone for Phillips in Paris and a significant step in our continued investment in Europe. With our global network of Contemporary collectors, Phillips is uniquely positioned to respond to the growing appetite for historical Modernism, connecting exceptional works with new audiences and bringing them into dialogue with Contemporary art. Paris, as the cradle of Modern art, is a natural setting for this ambition, and we were equally delighted to present Amedeo Modigliani’s Tête in the city ahead of our New York Evening Sale next month. To build on our presence here in our 230th anniversary year is particularly meaningful, reflecting both our rich heritage and our ambition to create new opportunities for the future.”

 

Clara Rivollet, International Specialist, Head of Sale, Modern & Contemporary Art, Paris, said “It has been an exceptional week in Paris, with the energy surrounding Art Basel bringing collectors and art enthusiasts from across the world to the city. We were delighted to welcome over 1,000 guests to our opening reception and to see such enthusiasm for a sale led by Joan Miró’s Peinture from the Collection of Marcel Brient, Paris. Modern and Post-War French masters performed strongly, with notable results for works by Marc Chagall and Jean-Paul Riopelle. There was strong bidding for Contemporary painting, including Ben Sledsens’ From The Forest To The Sea, following the strong result we achieved in London last week. Asian artists also attracted significant attention, with Hsiao Chin’s Pintura 5 (Painting 5) achieving over seven times its low estimate and Liu Guofu’sCold Mountain 25-6 setting a new world auction record at almost five times its low estimate. Design was a standout, with 100% of lots sold and the majority exceeding their high estimates. These results speak to the breadth of collecting interests in Paris and the exciting opportunities ahead as we continue to strengthen our presence in this important market.” 

 

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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

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Phillips Highlights for the October Editions & Works on Paper New, York City. October 7, 2026 . Details below.

 See the array of prints for sale at the upcoming NCY Phillips Auction for prints, and works on paper. 

PHILLIPS ANNOUNCES HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE OCTOBER EDITIONS & WORKS ON PAPER AUCTIONS IN NEW YORK   From Salvador Dalí's Surrealist Chess Set and Giorgio Morandi Masterworks to a Remarkable Selection of Works by Andy Warhol, Sale Series to Showcase the Breadth of Modern and Contemporary Printmaking     NEW YORK – 7 OCTOBER 2026 – Phillips is pleased to present highlights from the Fall 2026 Editions & Works on Paper auctions in New York, spanning three distinct sales across the house’s live and online platforms. Featuring works by Salvador Dalí, Giorgio Morandi, Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, Yayoi Kusama, and David Hockney, the series begins on Thursday, 22 October, with Modernism and the Editions & Works on Paper Evening Sale. The sale continues on Saturday, 24 October, with this session including works from the personal collection of celebrated gallerist Vivian Horan. The season will conclude with an online sale comprising 109 no-reserve lots, open for bidding from 20-28 October.  Ahead of the sales, Phillips welcomes the collecting community in to view the works in person at 432 Park Avenue from 15–23 October.   Kelly Troester and Cary Leibowitz, Deputy Chairpersons and Worldwide Co-Heads of Editions, said “On the heels of our fantastic September sales in London, our October offerings in New York underscore the remarkable depth and diversity of the Editions and Works on Paper category, from rare Surrealist masterworks and exceptional Modernist prints to iconic Post-War and Contemporary editions. The three auctions we are proud to present bring together outstanding examples by artists including Victor Brauner, Yves Tanguy, Many Ray, Roy Lichtenstein, Hank Willis Thomas, Pat Steir and many more. Together, they reflect the enduring appeal of the medium and the continued enthusiasm we are seeing from collectors worldwide.”   Willis Thomas, Pat Steir and many more. Together, they reflect the enduring appeal of the medium and the continued enthusiasm we are seeing from collectors worldwide.”      Modernism    Returning for its fourth season, Modernism comprises 63 lots by leading American and European avant-garde masters, showing the continued strength in demand for the category. The sale features rare and exceptional works by Surrealist masters including Salvador Dalí, Yves Tanguy, Man Ray, André Masson, Joan Miró, Victor Brauner, and David Smith. Leading the group is Dalí's rare Échecs (Hommage à Marcel Duchamp) (Chess, Homage to Marcel Duchamp). Created circa 1971, the complete set of 32 silver- and gold-vermeil chess pieces was cast from the artist's and his wife Gala's fingers, Dalí's teeth, and the salt and pepper shakers of New York's St. Regis Hotel. Of the intended edition of 45, only 8 examples were ultimately produced.    Also among the sale’s highlights are four exceptional Still Life etchings by Giorgio Morandi, including Grande natura morta con la caffettiera (Large  Still Life with Coffee Pot) from 1933. Widely regarded as the zenith of  Morandi's print-making oeuvre, the group demonstrates the artist's  Pablo Picasso  Portrait de jeune fille, d'après Cranach le  Jeune II (Portrait of a Young Girl, after  Cranach the Younger II), 1958  Estimate: $50,000–70,000  To be offered in Modernism unparalleled ability to transform familiar objects into deeply contemplative studies of form, light, and space.    Featured in Important Works from the Collection of Vivian Horan, the  respected New York dealer and founder of her eponymous gallery, Picasso’s Portrait de Jeune Fille, d'après Cranach le Jeune II (Portrait of a Young Girl, after Cranach the Younger II) is a rare trial proof printed on the reverse of a poster advertising a 1957 Vallauris ceramics exhibition. Likely among the earliest impressions pulled, the work offers a fascinating glimpse into Picasso's creative process and the development of what would become one of his most celebrated linocuts.     Post-War and Contemporary Works  Among the Post-War and Contemporary highlights from the Evening Sale is a remarkable group of 25 works by Andy Warhol, including iconic images, rare trial proofs, and early hand-colored lithographs. Leading the selection is Apple, from Ads; created in 1985, the work features the Macintosh logo at a moment when personal computing was rapidly reshaping contemporary culture. Also on offer is Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom, from Reigning Queens from 1985, which showcases Warhol's exploration of celebrity, power, and mass media through portraits of some of the world's most recognizable women. Mick Jagger from 1975 will also be on offer, signed by both the artist and the legendary Rolling Stones frontman.    Additional Evening Sale highlights include Roy Lichtenstein's complete portfolio La Nouvelle Chute de l'Amérique (The New Fall of America), 1992; Yayoi Kusama's whimsical and surreal Night, 1989; and David Hockney's celebrated Lithographic Water Made of Lines, Crayon and a Blue Wash, 1978-80, depicting one of the artist's most enduring motifs, the swimming pool.    The auction also features important editioned works by Donald Judd, Jeff Koons, and KAWS. Judd's Untitled, 1991, published by Edition Schellmann, originally conceived on a restaurant receipt, exemplifies the artist's rigorous approach to form, with precisely engineered planes of aluminum creating dramatic effects of light, shadow, and depth. Offering a distinctly contemporary counterpoint are Koons’ Seated Ballerina (Wood) from 2015 and KAWS's THE MESSAGE (2025), ambitious sculptural editions whose craftsmanship and scale blur the boundaries between editioned works and unique objects.  To be offered in Modernism  Victor Brauner  Projet pour l'Offrande (Project for the  Offering), 1941  Estimate: $15,000–25,000  To be offered in Modernism    Salvador Dalí  Échecs (Hommage à Marcel Duchamp) (Chess, Homage to  Marcel Duchamp), 1971  Estimate: $30,000–50,000 To be offered in Modernism    Victor Brauner  Personnage (Character), 1943  Estimate: $25,000–30,000      Jean Dubuffet Parcours (W. 1266), 1981  Estimate: $6,000–9,000  To be offered in Modernism          Andy Warhol  Mick Jagger, 1975  Estimate: $80,000–120,000 To be offered in the Evening Sale of  Editions & Works on Paper  Donald Judd Untitled (ultramarine blue) (S. 27), 1991  Estimate: $70,000–100,000  To be offered in the Evening Sale of Editions &  Works on Paper       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.        Auction: Modernism: 22 October | Editions & Works on Paper: 22 & 24 October   Auction viewing: 15 – 23 October   Location: 432 Park Avenue, New York, NY   Click here for more information: Modernism| Editions & Works on Paper    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.  #phillipsauctinnyc#fineartmagazineblog.blogspot.com #sunstormfineartmagazine.com#artfunauction#artfunnyc#artfunphillips#artfuncollectable,

A fun Group or newly created collected trading cards ~Mere Mortals Cl Hendry Deals In at Phillips!!! Available to view At Phillip,NYC August 28-30, 10AM -6 PM

 For your self or the kids. This is a fun collection of collectable cards for trade by Cj Hendry Phillips. . 

 

 

Mere Mortals: Cj Hendry Deals In at Phillips

 

 

New York, NY (August 28, 2026) — This August, artist Cj Hendry will present Mere Mortals, a playful and nostalgic exhibition at Phillips New York, inspired by the imaginative world of trading cards and childhood toys.

 

The concept began at home, watching her children trade cards with friends, alongside the wonderfully strange toy creations that have long captured her imagination. Bringing her signature sense of humor and whimsy to the idea, Cj has created a cast of unexpected characters made from a mix of familiar forms and mismatched parts — a world of 52 original characters brought to life as collectible trading cards.

 

Complete with claw machines and collectible surprises, the exhibition invites visitors to play, explore, and reconnect with the excitement of childhood in a hands-on, engaging environment.

"Mere Mortals started as this silly, joyful idea watching my kids trade cards with their friends, and it turned into a whole cast of characters I couldn't stop making," said Cj Hendry. "Getting to bring that world into a space like Phillips, and have people actually play with the work instead of just looking at it, is exactly the kind of collaboration I love."

 

"We're thrilled to welcome Cj back to Phillips with Mere Mortals," said Christine Miele, Sales Director, Ecommerce, Phillips. "Our previous collaborations with Cj and her team were met with tremendous enthusiasm — from her Crowns in New York to juju in Hong Kong — and we're delighted to continue building on that excitement together. This project brings a playful, accessible energy into our space at 432 Park Avenue, and gives our audience a new way to engage with Cj's work, both in person and online."

 

Trading cards and merchandise will be available for purchase on-site at Phillips New York from August 28–30 from 10 am to 6 pm. Prints and editions will be released online at cjhendrystudio.com beginning August 30 at 7:00 pm ET. Merchandise will include trading cards featuring 52 original characters, along with t-shirts, caps, pins, stickers, bags and patches.

 

 

About Cj Hendry:

Cj Hendry is an internationally recognized contemporary artist known for her hyperrealistic drawings and large-scale

installations. Through a distinctive practice that combines technical precision with audience-driven experiences, Hendry has developed a global following and established herself as one of the most influential independent artists working today.

 

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.

 

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Phillip"s Offers the 5th Annule David Hockney Auction of the Fall Season September 19th. . See Details below Link .

 

 

PHILLIPS’ FIFTH ANNUAL DAVID HOCKNEY AUCTION OPENS THE AUTUMN SEASON 

 Alongside the Editions Evening and Online Sales, and London’s First Dedicated Modernism Sale

 LONDON – 24 AUGUST 2026 – Phillips is pleased to present highlights from the David Hockney, Modernism and Editions Evening and Online auctions in London this Autumn. On 19 September, Phillips will present its fifth annual auction dedicated exclusively to David Hockney. The auction will bring together a selection of important works spanning Hockney’s remarkable career, offering collectors an opportunity to engage with the vision of one of Britain’s most influential and enduring artistic voices. On 17 September, Phillips will debut its first standalone Modernism auction, bringing together editions by masters including Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró and Marc Chagall. The Editions Evening Sale follows, presenting works spanning the 20th and 21st centuries by key figures including Andy Warhol, Banksy, Jonas Wood, Gerhard Richter and Robert Indiana. The Editions Online Sale will run from 3 to 22 September, offering a range of sought-after works at accessible price points.

 

“Our Hockney auctions have proven to be unparalleled in their ability to connect collectors with some of the artist’s most significant and inventive works,” said Robert Kennan, Head of Editions, Europe. “Following the passing of David Hockney, this year’s auction carries a profound significance as we reflect on the extraordinary legacy of one of Britain’s most celebrated artists. With a remarkable sell-through rate of 95% across our past four sales, 73 world auction records achieved, and a growing base of younger collectors engaging with Hockney’s work, Phillips has become a leading destination for the artist at auction. We are honoured to present this important sale and a selection that celebrates Hockney’s exceptional contribution to the history of art, alongside our inaugural Modernism sale and Editions Evening Sale. We look forward to unveiling the preview to the public on 11 September.”

David Hockney Auction: 19 September 2026, 2pm

Modernism Sale: 17 September 2026, 3pm

Editions Evening Sale: 17 September 2026, 5pm

Editions Online Auction: 3-22 September 2026

Auction viewing: 11 – 19 September 2026

Location: 30 Berkeley Square, London, United Kingdom, W1J 6EX

Click here for more information: https://www.phillips.com/calendar/upcoming?Location=London&Departments=Editions

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