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A celebration of the stories behind 100 of the most iconic objects to pass through the doors of one of the world’s most legendary auction houses

‘The book examines quality, rarity, provenance and narrative – those less quantifiable forces that transform an artwork or artefact into an icon.’ – Wallpaper*

Established in 1744, Sotheby’s is the world’s premier destination for art and luxury. Sotheby’s promotes access to and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions and buy-now channels including private sales, e-commerce, and retail.