Podcasts about Bonhams

Monterey Car Week 2025 delivered another unforgettable round of collector car auctions, with record-setting results across the board. In this episode, Greg kicks things off with RM Sotheby's headline-making $26M Ferrari Daytona SP3 sale and their $165M weekend total before diving into Gooding & Christie's $25.3M Ferrari California Spider, Bonhams' Bugatti hypercar showcase led by the $8.6M Divo, and Broad Arrow's diverse mix of Maseratis, Koenigseggs, and JDM legends. From world records to shifting market trends, this recap highlights which cars surprised, which marques dominated, and what it all means for the collector car market heading into 2026. #MontereyCarWeek #RMSothebys #GoodingChristies #Bonhams #BroadArrow #CollectorCars #Ferrari #Bugatti #Maserati #Koenigsegg #CarAuctions #CarCollector #AuctionResults Listen to the "Octane FM: Shift, Rev, Repeat" album on Spotify! Stay connected with The Collector Car Podcast—find us on our Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, or reach out to Greg directly via email. Join RM Sotheby's Car Specialist Greg Stanley as he brings over 25 years of experience and keen market analysis to the world of collector cars. Each week, Greg dives into market trends, interviews industry experts, and shares insights—with a little fun along the way. New episodes drop every Thursday and are available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more at www.TheCollectorCarPodcast.com or email Greg at Greg@TheCollectorCarPodcast.com. Interested in consigning a car at an RM Sotheby's auction? Contact Greg directly at GStanley@RMSothebys.com.

Jon Summers is the Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. On his show he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, motoring travel. In this episode Jon's co-host is his son Oliver! They discuss their experiences at the 2025 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Starting with their arrival during car week, then outlining various activities and notable cars they encountered. They describe seeing high-value cars like a yellow Ferrari F50, a silver McLaren F1, a Ford GT Mark IV, and more. They also touch on topics like motor racing history, observing modern supercars, and the challenges associated with car auctions. Highlights include the Pebble Beach Motor Tour, and exploring several automobile auctions such as RM, Gooding, Mecum, and Bonhams.  ==================== 00:00 Discussing Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance 01:35 Exploring RM Sotheby's Auction 06:12 Formula One Cars at Pebble Beach 14:29 The Tour d'Elegance 18:49 Gooding & Company Auction Insights 20:58 Exploring the Pantera 23:04 The Ferrari BB Experience 23:43 Car Alarm Mishap at MECUM 26:13 Bonhams Auction Highlights 28:03 Sim Racing Adventures 37:40 Final Thoughts and Anecdotes ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: https://www.motoringpodcast.net/ Become a VIP at: https://www.patreon.com/gtmotorsports Online Magazine: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/ Copyright Jon Summers, The Motoring Historian. This content is also available via jonsummers.net. This episode is part of the Motoring Podcast Network and has been republished with permission.

In this edition of arts24 with Eve Jackson, dive into the dazzling opening night of the Venice Film Festival. From Cate Blanchett and Tilda Swinton to George Clooney and Heidi Klum, we take you inside the star-studded red carpet moments. Also on the programme: an exhibition giving "Downton Abbey" fans the chance to own a piece of television history. From costumes to iconic props and even the Grantham family's car, these treasured items are on display in London ahead of a charity auction at Bonhams.

In celebration of 200 episodes of The Carmudgeon Show, Jason Cammisa and Derek Tam Hyphen Scott debrief their recent weekend-long Pacific Coast Rally with friends. === The Carmudgeon Show Sponsor, Vredestein Tires: https://www.vredestein.com/ === Indecisive between his BMW 850CSi and his two BMW E30 325is, Jason chooses Beatrice the Bronzit 325i sedan as his rally companion. Derek, leading the pack, brings along his newly acquired Porsche 911SC stuffed with a Euro high-compression 3.2L. They are joined by friends in a Mazda FD RX-7, Mercedes-Benz R129 300SL, Volkswagen MK5 GTI, BMW Z3 2.8, and a Mazda NC Miata - all of whom compete for the worst fuel economy achieved over the weekend. The final answer may or may not surprise you… Jason and Derek also discuss expectations of Monterey Car Week 2025, which is happening this week! They cover parties such as Motorlux, upcoming auction hammer prices from Broad Arrow, RM Sothebys, and Bonhams, plus a comparison of what to expect vs. other international car events such as the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este. Derek also gives us a collector car market update, including some rather frustrating changes to import duties and other new tax implications being laid down by the federal government. All this and more, on this week's episode of The Carmudgeon Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why This Episode Is a Must-Listen Are classic cars just vintage machines, or rolling works of art? And are they a smart investment for the future? In "Classic Car Restorations: Reviving Automotive Legends," the Inspired Money panel explores how restoring classic cars is about passion, heritage, and innovation. Whether you're an investor, enthusiast, or simply curious about the intersection of culture and craftsmanship, this episode delivers powerful insights that will change the way you see collectible cars. Meet the Expert Panelists Matt DeLorenzo is a veteran automotive journalist and author with over 40 years of experience, having served as editor-in-chief at Road & Track and Autoweek, and as a senior editor at Automotive News and Kelley Blue Book. A founding juror of the North American Car of the Year awards, he has authored multiple books on iconic American vehicles, from the Corvette to the Dodge brand legacy. His next book, "Mercedes-AMG: Race-bred Performance" will go on sale this November. https://tightwadgarage.com Rupert Banner is a Senior Specialist at Gooding Christie's, bringing over 30 years of experience in the collector car auction industry, including senior roles at Bonhams, Christie's, and Sotheby's. Renowned for his global expertise, record-setting sales, and deep ties to the automotive community, he is a trusted authority on valuation, provenance, and the evolving international classic car market. https://www.goodingco.com Tamara Warren is the founder and CEO of Le Car, a Techstars-backed mobility platform and award-winning automotive journalist whose work has appeared in The New York Times, Car and Driver, Rolling Stone, and over 160 publications. A former transportation editor at The Verge and juror for World Car of the Year, she blends deep industry insight with cultural storytelling, sustainability advocacy, and a passion for automotive design and innovation. https://www.tamarawarren.com William Heynes is the founder of William Heynes Ltd, a world-renowned Jaguar preservation and restoration firm dedicated to early E-Types and rooted in the legacy of his grandfather, Bill Heynes, Jaguar's legendary Chief Engineer behind the iconic XK engine and Le Mans victories. Combining deep mechanical knowledge, period-correct craftsmanship, and a passion for originality, William leads a team committed to restoring Jaguar's most historic cars to concours-level authenticity. https://williamheynes.com Key Highlights: Restorations: Craft, Preservation, or Investment? William Heynes shared how true restoration is “about building the car for what it deserves,” not just tailoring it to the owner's preferences. At his shop, the ultimate goal is authenticity. Sometimes a restoration can involve thousands of hours and years to achieve original perfection. Market Trends and Smart Collecting Rupert Banner demystified current auction markets, noting a shift toward modern collectibles and younger buyers. He stresses the value of detailed provenance and emphasizes: “There is so much more value in just owning something and enjoying it... the car may be a conduit to new opportunities, relationships, and experiences.” Cars as a Reflection of Identity and Community Tamara Warren explored how classic cars are powerful symbols of personal legacy and social connection. "To be a collector is actually to be a steward of a legacy," she noted, highlighting the responsibility and joy of carrying forward the story of each car, brand, and community. The Future: Innovation Meets Heritage Matt DeLorenzo and the panel tackled the balance between preservation and modernization, think EV conversions, restomods, and the ethics of “continuation” models. As Matt put it: “Even if there's the rise of the self-driving car, people look at automobiles as a form of recreation... it's a lifestyle, it's a community that's not going to go anywhere.” Call-to-Action Here's your one assignment for the week: Find a car that has personal meaning to you, whether it's a car you grew up with, saw in a movie, or admired from afar, and dig into its story. Look it up, read about it, maybe even check the market. You might discover a connection that turns into a future project, or at the very least, a deeper appreciation for what makes these vehicles legendary.  Find the Inspired Money channel on YouTube or listen to Inspired Money in your favorite podcast player. Andy Wang, Host/Producer of Inspired Money

On today's show, we're chatting with Marika, the general manager of EstateSales.Net – she's a global expert in the secondhand market, her career spanning career spanning from auction houses in Sydney and London to making the estate sale space more technologically-innovative for the modern day secondhand buyers and shoppers.  Now, listeners of this show will probably be familiar with EstateSales.Net – the place to find estate sales online. On today's episode you're going to hear about some of the new ideas – like virtual line management and hybrid auction sales – that are making estate sales more accessible and familiar to new shoppers. Plus, she's going to share with us all her fun stories about art collecting, and the pieces she bought with her first commission checks back when she first got into the game.  DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [2:43] How Marika's grandmother, a dressmaker, sparked her love of style and taught her that "creativity doesn't require abundance" [4:04] Getting into secondhand shopping through books at Vinnies (Australia's version of Goodwill) [4:49] A serendipitous encounter with a Sotheby's auction at Paddington Town Hall launched Marika's career in art auctions [6:43] Early career selling ads for Antiques Trade Gazette and covering a Qianlong vase that sold for £43 million [8:06] The art of storytelling - how to make pieces approachable and appealing to buyers [11:03] At ‘Auction Technology Group' she was on the ground floor of making secondhand auctions younger and more tech-forward. [17:14] Acquiring EstateSales.net in 2023, and making the estate sale space more technologically-innovative. [20:49] Why hybrid sales (online + in-person) work best for today's buying behaviors [21:42] Beginner tips for first-time estate sale shoppers [30:20] What separates out the higher-revenue estate sales  [32:55] Marika's best estate sale finds. EPISODE MENTIONS:  EstateSales.Net @estatesalenet Vinnies Sotheby's Bonhams Marissa Speer of Bonhams on Pre-Loved EstateSales.net on Pre-Loved Podcast Estate Sale Industry Insights Mackii Shaye shops Kathy Hilton's estate sale By Rotation LET'S CONNECT: 

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Women are farmers too, says Jeremy Clarksons new sidekick UKs muddy saltmarshes vital to tackle climate change report How the West is helping Russia to fund its war on Ukraine Nancy Astors diamond tiara up for auction at Bonhams Banksy reveals new artwork but location remains a mystery North Sea ship crash captain pleads not guilty Paul Doyle in court over Liverpool FC parade crash Russell Brand pleads not guilty to rape and assault Flamstead hawk finds forever home with falconer Baby among three seriously hurt in Greater Manchester dog attack

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv How the West is helping Russia to fund its war on Ukraine Russell Brand pleads not guilty to rape and assault UKs muddy saltmarshes vital to tackle climate change report Banksy reveals new artwork but location remains a mystery Flamstead hawk finds forever home with falconer Paul Doyle in court over Liverpool FC parade crash Nancy Astors diamond tiara up for auction at Bonhams Women are farmers too, says Jeremy Clarksons new sidekick Baby among three seriously hurt in Greater Manchester dog attack North Sea ship crash captain pleads not guilty

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv UKs muddy saltmarshes vital to tackle climate change report How the West is helping Russia to fund its war on Ukraine North Sea ship crash captain pleads not guilty Russell Brand pleads not guilty to rape and assault Flamstead hawk finds forever home with falconer Paul Doyle in court over Liverpool FC parade crash Baby among three seriously hurt in Greater Manchester dog attack Banksy reveals new artwork but location remains a mystery Women are farmers too, says Jeremy Clarksons new sidekick Nancy Astors diamond tiara up for auction at Bonhams

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Paul Doyle in court over Liverpool FC parade crash UKs muddy saltmarshes vital to tackle climate change report North Sea ship crash captain pleads not guilty Nancy Astors diamond tiara up for auction at Bonhams Baby among three seriously hurt in Greater Manchester dog attack Russell Brand pleads not guilty to rape and assault How the West is helping Russia to fund its war on Ukraine Banksy reveals new artwork but location remains a mystery Flamstead hawk finds forever home with falconer Women are farmers too, says Jeremy Clarksons new sidekick

On today's show, we're chatting with Marissa, the Head of Designer Handbags & Fashion in the U.S. at Bonhams Auction House. If you've listened to the episode we did with Bonham's UK-based counterpart, Meg Randell, Bonhams is building on its success in offering handbags & fashion by introducing the category to the US market. Marissa bring twenty-years experience to this position, previously she worked at Resurrection Vintage, where she learned to source, date, and place exquisite antique and couture pieces with the world's most renowned fashion houses, museums, stylists. Then, she worked at the world's largest consignment company, The RealReal, where she specialized in authentication and valuation and had a 0% authenticity error rate. What happens when a Dior newspaper dress (yes, THAT Sex and the City dress) goes from an $800 estimate to selling for $23,000? Or when a 90-year-old yacht mechanic decides it's time to auction Jackie Kennedy's wedding dress he's kept wrapped in tissue paper since the 1960s? On this episode we talk about all this & more – the absolute treasures that fall under Marissa's specialty for auctions at Bonhams –  let's dive right in! DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [2:39] A child of the 90s, Marissa grew up loving a Delia's catalog. [10:20] How she was recruited to start the Fashion & Handbags department at Bonham's U.S. division. [14:16] Why building relationships is so important in a client-driven business like vintage dealing or auctions. [14:46] Selling Jackie Kennedy's 1968 Valentino wedding dress, which had been stored on a yacht. [20:59] Inside the most impressive collection of never-worn Margiela Marissa has ever seen. [23:53] The heritage brands and couture designs Marissa works on at Bonhams, and how to value them. [27:02] - How a Sex and the City reference turned an $800 Dior dress into a $23,000 auction moment. [28:50] Working on the first-ever Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy fashion auction. [30:28] How an auction house assesses trends and demand to best time the market value. [31:25] Why it's time to pull out your Y2K Louis Vuitton and your Dior saddlebags, plus other trending items. EPISODE MENTIONS:  Bonhams @bonhams1793 @bonhamsbags Pre-Loved Podcast with Meg Randell at Bonhams Resurrection Vintage The RealReal Jacqueline Kennedy's Wedding Dress Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy auction Vintage-lovers on LV x Murakami Tom Ford Gucci beaded python print dress Gwynth Paltrow and Kate Moss wearing this Tom Ford dress LET'S CONNECT: 

Auctioneer and TV personality Briony (Bee) Harford joins Harry and Simon. From her early days studying art history to leading sales at Bonhams and stepping into the world of television, Bee shares how she's carved out a space in a traditionally male-dominated industry. She reflects on the differences between UK and US auction culture, the strategy behind commanding a room, and the energy that women bring to the gavel. With stories from the auction floor and insights for anyone curious about the evolving art market, Bee offers a candid look at a career driven by passion, precision, and presence.Find more from Bee belowInstagram: @bee__harford LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/briony-harford-b3021274Sothebys interview link: An Auctioneer's Perspective on Art and Its True ValueBonhams page: Bonhams : Briony HarfordCONTACTthegavelandthegabble@gmail.comInstagram @thegavelandthegabbleTwitter @GavelandGabble TikTok @laughingauctioneerwww.windsorauctions.co.ukwww.lymebayauctions.co.ukABOUT THE PODCAST The Gavel and The Gabble is a podcast hosted by Harry and Simon who, together, are lucky enough to run two provincial Auction Houses in Windsor, Berkshire and Seaton, Devon.Now we know there are lots of TV shows about buying and selling antiques and collectables but we thought followers of this podcast would like to hear about what goes on behind the scenes of an actual working auction house as we go about our daily business, the characters we meet, the things we find, and the things we wished we had never found.Famed for our slightly different auctioneering style, constant chatting on the rostrum, awful jokes. Stick with us as we bunk off to record anecdotes, interview others in the industry and basically gabble on. If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a rating. Music from LemonmusicstudioProduction by David Burd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we're taking on a subject that affects the majority of the arts workforce— gender inequity in the industry. Women make up the backbone of the art world, but they continue to face barriers when it comes to work-life balance, pay, and career progression. So, what does the data actually tell us about the state of the industry? And, more importantly, what can be done to change things for the better? To answer those questions, we're unpacking key findings from a major survey conducted by Artnet News in collaboration with the Association of Women in the Arts (AWITA). More than 2,000 people responded to the call, with an additional 140 participating in a follow-up survey, ultimately providing an informative look at how women experience the art world—from hiring and pay to mentorship and bias. Joining Editor-In-Chief Naomi Rea, to break it all down is our News Editor Margaret Carrigan, who has been leading this project since last year. Margaret recently moderated a panel discussion on the topic in London with three industry powerhouses who shared their own experiences: gallerist Sadie Coles, India Phillips from Bonhams, and Clarrie Wallis, director of public institution Turner Contemporary. As the editor of our four-part editorial series on the findings, linked below, Margaret is perfectly positioned to break down the statistics and offer actionable advice on how the industry can do better for women, today.  

This week, we're taking on a subject that affects the majority of the arts workforce— gender inequity in the industry. Women make up the backbone of the art world, but they continue to face barriers when it comes to work-life balance, pay, and career progression. So, what does the data actually tell us about the state of the industry? And, more importantly, what can be done to change things for the better? To answer those questions, we're unpacking key findings from a major survey conducted by Artnet News in collaboration with the Association of Women in the Arts (AWITA). More than 2,000 people responded to the call, with an additional 140 participating in a follow-up survey, ultimately providing an informative look at how women experience the art world—from hiring and pay to mentorship and bias. Joining Editor-In-Chief Naomi Rea, to break it all down is our News Editor Margaret Carrigan, who has been leading this project since last year. Margaret recently moderated a panel discussion on the topic in London with three industry powerhouses who shared their own experiences: gallerist Sadie Coles, India Phillips from Bonhams, and Clarrie Wallis, director of public institution Turner Contemporary. As the editor of our four-part editorial series on the findings, linked below, Margaret is perfectly positioned to break down the statistics and offer actionable advice on how the industry can do better for women, today.  

Dans cet épisode, notre invité du jour Fadi, présente ThePrestige, une plateforme innovante qui vise à révolutionner le marché de l'art en ligne en combinant art physique et digital via la tokenisation.The Prestige se compose de deux volets principaux :* Une marketplace dédiée à l'achat, la vente et l'investissement dans des œuvres d'art physiques fractionnables via des tokens. Cette marketplace permettra aux acheteurs d'acquérir des fractions d'œuvres et de les échanger facilement. Le lancement est prévu pour le Q2 2025.* Un studio de création et d'accompagnement qui travaille directement avec des artistes Web2 pour les aider à entrer dans le Web3. Un premier projet avec l'artiste Gully est en préparation, mêlant art physique et numérique avec des collaborations Web3 (notamment avec la collection Meebit).Partenariats clés :* Bonhams, la prestigieuse maison d'enchères collaborera avec The Prestige pour sa première vente liée aux NFTs.* Plus de 300 à 400 partenaires incluant des galeries et des artistes de renom.Token et financement :ThePrestige prévoit également le lancement de son propre token, avec une levée de fonds de 3,5 millions de dollars prévue dans ce cadre.Un Prestige Pass a d'ores et déjà été lancé en août 2024, offrant des avantages exclusifs dans l'écosystème The Prestige.Liens utiles* The Prestige sur Twitter : @ThePrestige_Art * Compte Twitter de Fadi* Profil LinkedIn de Fadi* Gully sur Twitter : @Gully_Art* Prestige Pass sur Magic Eden : Lien vers Magic Eden (pour suivre les opportunités liées au pass)Découvrez ici le replay vidéo de l'épisode: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.nftmorning.com

Will collector car value continue to decline in 2025?  Join Greg Stanley as he reviews, and makes some educated guesses, about significant cars coming to auction during the Arizona Car Week.  He will review offering from RM Sotheby's, Barrett Jackson and Bonhams. Please support our sponsors: www.RMSothebys.com and www.EuroClassix.com. Follow The Collector Car Podcast: Website, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or communicate with Greg directly via Email. Join RM Sotheby's Car Specialist Greg Stanley as he applies over 25 years of insight and analytical experience to the collector car market. Greg interviews the experts, reviews market trends and even has some fun. Podcasts are posted every Thursday and available on Apple Podcast, GooglePlay, Spotify and wherever podcasts are found. See more at www.TheCollectorCarPodcast.com or contact Greg directly at Greg@TheCollectorCarPodcast.com. Are you looking to consign at one of RM Sotheby's auctions? Email Greg at GStanley@RMSothebys.com.

The first days of January are for rest and recuperation but also new ideas, resolutions and, above all, dreams. This month we’re at London auction house Bonhams for a conversation that reflects on jewellery design and human emotion with expert Kate Flitcroft. We’ll meet British artist and stage designer Es Devlin and discuss her incredible show at Somerset House, ‘Face to Face: 50 Encounters with Strangers’, and speak to writer and biographer Justine Picardie about Dior’s incredible journey to Scotland for its 2025 cruise collection. So take up a pen to scribble your own ambitions while hearing our tips, thoughts and ideas for the year ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to Print Market News, your weekly roundup of everything happening in the print world - fast and focused!   This week on The Week in Prints, we bring you the latest on Banksy's disappearing London Zoo mural and a surprise Andy Warhol discovery on Antiques Roadshow. We celebrate Tracey Emin's inclusion in the BBC's 100 Most Influential Women of 2024 and explore exhibitions featuring the celebrity collections of Swizz Beatz & Alicia Keys, as well as KAWS' personal art collection. Bonhams' final print sale of the year takes centre stage with Warhol and Banksy highlights, while MyArtBroker's new report guides sellers on how to navigate today's dynamic art market.

Welcome back to Print Market News, your weekly roundup of everything happening in the print world - fast and focused!   This week on The Week in Prints, we delve into record-breaking auction results for Roy Lichtenstein and Andy Warhol, with Warhol's Endangered Species set selling for an astounding $4.3 million. Upcoming auctions from Sotheby's and Bonhams promise exciting opportunities for collectors, while new releases include a Keith Haring USPS stamp and KAWS' luxury watch collaboration with Audemars Piguet. Plus, we explore global exhibitions featuring art legends like Banksy, Warhol, Hockney, and Basquiat, with highlights from New York's Luna Luna and California's largest-ever Hockney print survey.  

Ep.218 Ibrahim Mahama was born in 1987 in Tamale, Ghana. He lives and works in Accra, Kumasi, and Tamale. Solo exhibitions include Fruitmarket Gallery, Edinburgh (2024); Barbican Centre, London (2024); Kunsthalle Osnabrück, Germany (2023); Oude Kerk, Amsterdam (2022); Frac des Pays de la Loire, France (2022); The High Line, New York (2021); University of Michigan Museum of Art (2020); The Whitworth, The University of Manchester, UK (2019); Norval Foundation, Cape Town (2019); Tel Aviv Art Museum, Israel (2016); and KNUST Museum, Kumasi, Ghana (2013). He has participated in numerous group exhibitions including Desert X AlUla, Saudi Arabia (2024); Sharjah Biennial 15, UAE (2023); 18th International Venice Architecture Biennale, Italy (2023); the 35th Bienal de São Paulo, Brazil (2023); Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Texas (2021); Centre Pompidou, Paris (2020); 22nd Biennale of Sydney, Australia (2020); Stellenbosch Triennale, South Africa (2020); 6th Lubumbashi Biennale, Democratic Republic of the Congo (2019); Ghana Pavilion, 58th Venice Biennale, Italy (2019); Documenta 14, Athens and Kassel, Germany (2017); Broad Art Museum, Michigan State University (2016); Kunsthal Charlottenborg, Copenhagen and Holbæk, Denmark (2016); 56th Venice Biennale, Italy (2015); and Artist's Rooms, K21, Düsseldorf, Germany (2015). Mahama was also appointed Artistic Director of the 35th Ljubljana Biennale of Graphic Arts, Ljubljana (2023). In 2024, Mahama was selected for the inaugural Sam Gilliam award by the Dia Art Foundation and the Sam Gilliam Foundation, which includes the presentation of a public program at Dia in fall 2024. Photo credit: Carlos Idun-Tawiah White Cube https://www.whitecube.com/artists/ibrahim-mahama Sam Gilliam Award https://www.diaart.org/about/sam-gilliam-award Dia Art Foundation https://www.diaart.org/program/calendar/sam-gilliam-award-program-ibrahim-mahama-dia-talks-11212024/period/2024-11-02 Fruitmarket https://www.fruitmarket.co.uk/about-us/ Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam https://www.stedelijk.nl/en/events/artist-talk-ibrahim-mahama-en Ghana Remembers https://ghanaremembers.com/stories/people/ibrahim-maham-the-first-ghanaian-artist-to-win-the-inaugural-sam-gilliam-award-in-2024.html#google_vignette Barbican https://www.barbican.org.uk/whats-on/2024/event/ibrahim-mahama-purple-hibiscus Observer https://observer.com/2024/09/interview-ibrahim-mahama-artist-white-cube-exhibition/ Vennice Biennale https://www.labiennale.org/en/architecture/2023/force-majeure/ibrahim-mahama Institute for Humanity Activities https://www.humanactivities.org/en/iha-blank/sculpture-workshop-with-ibrahim-mahama/ Edinburgh Art Festival https://www.edinburghartfestival.com/event/ibrahim-mahamasongs-about-roses/ Wallpaper https://www.wallpaper.com/art/exhibitions-shows/ibrahim-mahama-tells-us-why-he-has-covered-the-barbican-in-pink-fabric Reiter Galleries https://www.reitergalleries.com/en/artists/ibrahim-mahama/ NYTimes https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/19/arts/design/ibrahim-mahama-artist-ghana-white-cube.html The Brooklyn Rail https://brooklynrail.org/2024/10/artseen/ibrahim-mahama-a-spell-of-good-things/ Bonhams https://www.bonhams.com/press_release/38679/ Burlington Contemporary https://contemporary.burlington.org.uk/reviews/reviews/ibrahim-mahama-songs-about-roses The Highline https://www.thehighline.org/art/projects/ibrahim-mahama/ Desert X AlUla https://desertx.org/dx/dx24-alula/ibrahim-mahama C& https://whitewall.art/whitewaller/best-of-new-york-exhibitions-ibrahim-mahama-janaina-tschape-and-more/ artnet https://news.artnet.com/art-world/ibrahim-mahamas-stunning-textile-installation-blankets-the-barbican-in-london-2476760 BBC https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-68846770 The Art Newspaper https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2024/08/23/saatchi-collection-ibrahim-mahama-auction-bonhams Whitewall https://whitewall.art/whitewaller/best-of-new-york-exhibitions-ibrahim-mahama-janaina-tschape-and-more/

Welcome back to Print Market News, your weekly roundup of everything happening in the print world—fast and focused!    The art market is gaining momentum this September with a surge in print sales. As online auctions from Christie's, Sotheby's, and Bonhams, including a Banksy-Only sale continue to attract bids, Phillips has set the tone with two live sales: their 3rd annual David Hockney auction and the Evening & Day Editions sale. These events mark a strong kickoff for the second half of the print market season, showcasing robust demand and renewed interest among collectors.   Hosted by Sheena Carrington, Market Editor at MyArtBroker.

Claire Tole-Moir is Head of Popular Culture at Bonhams, the world-famous auction house in London. On a daily basis, she is in direct contact with some of the most iconic and culturally impactful works of modern art, sculpture, photography, film and artist memorabilia of the last century.  So if you fancy a Man Ray photograph; a golden ticket from the original Charlie and The Chocolate Factory film; if you've got your eye on John Lennon's mosaic swimming pool; or maybe Roger Moore's silver Dupont cigar lighter, Claire and her team can make that happen for you. All you have to do is submit the winning bid.  And then, there are the guitars… Let me tell you about the guitars! We're talking serious instruments owned by iconic musicians: The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Joy Division, Radiohead, Judas Priest, Jeff Beck, Slash, Peter Green...the list is ever-growing.  Which to my mind begs the question: What's it like, being responsible for the sale of guitars that have changed the history of modern music and impacted our global culture on a seismic level?  Well, there's only one way to find out!  I met up with Claire Tole-Moir at Bonhams in Knightsbridge London. There was a palpable sense of excitement as it had recently been made public that Bonhams is about to handle the sale of one of the most immediately recognizable guitars on earth, Rory Gallagher's extraordinary Fender Stratocaster! Yes, THAT STRAT! I think you'll agree that's pretty awesome. So join us now at Bonhams in the heart of London to find out more.  This episode is sponsored by Guitar Tech Courses - an online treasure trove of information created by British luthier James Collins which will guide you through the set up and maintenance of your beautiful instruments. Follow the affiliate link here and you can also support the podcast. https://www.guitartechcourses-academy.com/p/guitar-pro-setup/?affcode=1348382_dohdjpdf Speaking of which - thank you to everyone who has used the Tip-Jar link to make a donation. Life On The Fretboard is a one-man show: I do literally everything and your support is as encouraging as it is appreciated. If, and only if, you have enjoyed this episode then please do consider making a donation via this link https://michaelwattsguitar.com/tip-jars/4745 You can see more about this and future auctions at Bonhams right here:  Bonhams Popular Culture https://www.bonhams.com/department/COL-ENT/popular-culture/ Bonhams Popular Culture Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bonhamspopularculture/ Claire Tole-More Instagram https://www.instagram.com/claire.tole.moir/ Michael Watts:  YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/michaelwattsguitar Instagram https://www.instagram.com/michael.watts.guitar/ Website https://michaelwattsguitar.com  

Episode 13: The gang crash Car Week and live to tell about it! Motorlux, Avants' Pit Stop, The Quail, the Bonhams and Gooding auctions, the Gordon Murray Automotive private reception, Porsche's Edith movie premiere and *the* Porsche party! Join us as we live our best lives for one week in August. This is just the (first) half of it! Stay tuned for part two!

This week, we meet Cynthia Shanmugalingam, the founder of Sri Lankan Tamil restaurant Rambutan in London's Borough Market to find out how she brings her memories and voice to the kitchen. Also in the programme, Monocle's Petri Burtsoff takes to the streets of Helsinki to sample some of the city's best culinary offerings and we sit down with Amayès Aouli, the head of Wine and Spirits at Bonhams auction house.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to the world of British art, few names are more widely recognised than David Messum. From extolling the virtues of the English Impressionists to resurrecting interest in the Newlyn School, David has spent more than 60 years reminding us all that English art is as good as any across the world.Listen to Country Life podcast on Apple PodcastsListen to Country Life podcast on SpotifyListen to Country Life podcast on AudibleWe were very lucky that when we asked him to join us on the Country Life Podcast he said yes. Not everyone says yes. We started off talking about his early career in the art world — from what inspired him to get into art, to his early days working at Christie's and Bonhams — before moving on to the establishment of his eponymous business, which has been championing British art since 1963.What inspired him to revisit the late 19th/early 20th-century West Country painters known as the Newlyn School? Who are some of his favourite artists working today? What's his favourite painting? What would he do if he could change one thing about the art world? All these questions and more are answered.And it's not for us to shout from the rooftops, but we are pretty sure this is a Country Life exclusive, as David tells us it's the first time he's been on a podcast. Listening to his whimsical tales of his life as a collector and dealer, it's unlikely to be his last. Tune in below, or wherever you get your podcasts.Episode creditsHost: James FisherGuest: David MessumEditor and producer: Toby KeelMusic: JuliusH via PixabaySpecial Thanks: Adam Wilbourn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pre-Loved Podcast is a weekly vintage fashion interview show, with guests you'll want to go thrifting with! For more Pre-Loved Podcast, subscribe to our Patreon! On today's show, we're chatting with Meg Meg Randell, Head of Designer Handbags and Fashion at Bonham's auction house. Bonham's is one of the world's oldest and largest auctioneers of fine art and antiques, and Meg joined in 2020, to launch their fashion and handbags department.  On today's episode, we chat about the wild world of auctions, and some of Meg's most famed auction sales, including a Birkin bag that belonged to Jane Birkin herself, and the costumes from the TV Show, The Crown. Meg has such interesting stories to share, and much expertise in rare handbags, particularly Hermès and Chanel, and we get into all of that on today's show, so dive right into it!  DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [3:27] Meg's background in the history of art, and how she got her start working in auction houses. [6:41] Meg's transition into the fashion segment of the auction house.  [13:30] The booming demand for handbags within the auction space.  [18:48] The auction process 101 – all the steps and terminology you may not know if this is your first auction. [22:09] When the bid runs much higher than the estimated price. [26:07] Selling one of Jane Birkin's very-own Birkin bags at auction. [31:26] Some of the incredible vintage Chanel bags Meg has sold over the years. [39:45] The massive Bonhams auction of all the costumes and props from The Crown. [48:45] Meg's dream piece to find for auction one day. EPISODE MENTIONS:  Bonhams Bonhams (@bonhams1793) Jane Birkin's Birkin bag, which Meg sold at auction V&A Museum handbag exhibition V&A showing the vintage Chanel suit and hat V&A Chanel exhibition (on now!) Classic Coco The Bonhams Crown Auction Louis Vuitton by Marc Jacobs Tribute Patchwork Tote LET'S CONNECT: 

Bonhams Bathrobe Auction by 92.9 KISM

Welcome to my seven part end of year series! New episodes will be released each weekday between Dec 13-21. Inspired by the Black radical tradition of the harmony between the lyrical and visual, I am joined by friends (artists, dancers, musicians and in today's episode an art specialist) to explore the musical influences that inspire their work. We also look to the people, real and imagined, familial and ancestral who guide them. Get ready to be inspired!Helene is Head of Sale and a specialist in Modern and Contemporary African art at Bonhams. She travels to Ghana regularly and specializes on art from that region. Her expertise also extends to 20th century Africa. Our conversation reveals just how knowledgeable Helene also is on African music and she recommends some excellent tunes from the continent that inspire her. We start our conversation hearing about a moment where she was talking with her SOAS tutor eight years ago, which led her on the journey to her current role at Bonhams. Stay tuned until the end to hear Helene's fantastic music recommendations!Please share this series and review! Thank you!ENJOY! Follow us:Shade Podcast Spotify Playlist (updated daily)Shade Art Review Shade Art Review Christmas offer codeShade Podcast InstagramAfrican Art History InstagramBonhamsThis series was produced and hosted by Lou MensahMusic King Henry IV for Shade Podcast by Brian JacksonMixing by Tess Davidson Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/shadepodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We talk about what Toyota is doing and why it will affect Porsche's decision's in the long term. The sister car of the 964 RSR in The White Collection was auctioned off and may give a glimpse on the numbers for the one going to RM. Will the Sport Turismo become collectable since there will be no more wagons in the new generation Panamera? Then we discuss a few more topics on Patreon for our Pcar Club members. If you want to get more then head on over to Patreon.com/Pcartalk to become a member then click play to hear the longer version of the show. 

If we asked you to list ten people specialising in selling the most exciting road and racing cars, we'd suspect that Max Girardo would be on that list.Girardo and Co. is a name that has become synonymous with buying, selling, and storing (for a lucky few) some of the most notable cars. For this week's podcast episode, John Marcar and Miles Lacey visit Max at his home and business in Oxfordshire, where they have a full tour of the facilities before sitting down for a chat.Max's career has seen him selling for globally renowned auctioneers such as Bonhams and RM and working with other famous specialists such as Simon Kidston. Max shares the details of his unorthodox career and explains how and why he's fluent in 4 languages and the importance of all things Italian.The Driven Chat podcast is brought to you by Paramex Digital. It is available to stream on all the usual podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, Audible and more. For more information on Driven, visit www.driven.siteContact the show via email: podcast@drivenchat.comGet involved;WATCH >> Driven on YouTubeFOLLOW >> Driven on InstagramDISCUSS >> Driven on FacebookONLINE >> Driven.Site Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brett and Mark welcome special guest Eric Minoff, Vice President and Senior Specialist Director of Bonhams Los Angeles Motoring Department to discuss growing up in the Chicago car scene, his unique taste in automobiles, rebranding Bonhams Cars, and what he sees for the future of collector cars. This and more on this week's Driven Radio Show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pop Art Painter Jamie Roxx (www.JamieRoxx.us) welcomes David Lancaster, Filmmaker (Speed Is Expensive: Philip Vincent and the Million Dollar Motorcycle; Doc, History) to the Show!  (Click to go there) ● WEB: speedisexpensive.com ● IMDB: www.imdb.com/title/tt21430266 ● AZ (preorder): www.amazon.com/Speed-Expensive-Vincent-Million-Motorcycle/dp/B0C9TG4NTK ● FB: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064669810911 ● IG: @speed_is_expensive ● X: @DavidCLancaster When the hammer came down on a Vincent Black Lightning motorbike at a Bonhams auction in 2018, an Australian collector paid $1.2 million to own the machine – making it the most expensive motorcycle ever sold. And now an award-winning documentary, narrated by Ewan McGregor, tells the inside story of the motorcycle maverick behind the bikes, designer Philip Vincent. Vincent motorcycles set more records during the 1940s and 50s than any other manufacturer.The bikes were years ahead of their time, and Philip Vincent pioneered what is now known as ‘guerrilla marketing' – sponsoring LA racers, in secret, to compete in illegal back-street duels to promote his motorcycles.   Owners include Brad Pitt and Ryan Reynolds. ● Media Inquiries: October Coast PR www.octobercoastpr.com

This 73 R7 was classified as a prototype so it had to race against the big boys versus the class they would normally. For a little more background the description is  The Ex-works team, Ex-Herbert Müller/Gijs van Lennep 4th place at Le Mans, Ex-Peter Gregg/Hurley Haywood, Ex-Hector Rebaque 1973 3-litre Martini Racing Works Team Porsche Carrera RSR 'R7' Endurance Racing Coupé Then we dicuss is this a turning point for the 963 GTP team getting a podium and leading for a majority of the race. 

This week I'm thinking on what tips would I give on being a Gentleman. Not that I consider myself one, but we all try to better ourselves don't we?  I also touch on some 'negative' comments I've had on the video I posted about the Sir Roger Moore Auction which will be live in October at Bonhams.  Then lastly in the NEWS, I take a look at the Screen Rant article about Bond being the most expensively dressed character in movie history.  PLUGS Don't forget Q the Music Show tickets are still available for October 15th through their Instagram channel.  For the Mission Impossible Sunglasses I mentioned pls contact Z on his channel for more info.  From Tailors With Love is not represented, endorsed, sponsored or supported by EON, MGM, Danjaq or any other 3rd party. For more on Bond and fashion check out the blog or reach out to me on Instagram.     

Joseph Robson a specialist from the Popular Culture Department at Bonhams talks to me about Sir Roger Moore's Personal Collection at  Bonhams. This one is all about the suits, their provenance and the upcoming auction October 4th. More info on the auction can be found on the Bonhams' website.  More info about me can be found on my blog: https://fromtailorswithlove.co.uk/about From Tailors With Love is not represented, endorsed, sponsored or supported by EON, MGM, Danjaq or any other 3rd party.

It's that time of year again, when California's Monterey Peninsula  becomes a paradise of classic cars. The shows, the drives, the auctions are all bursting with amazing machines. Bonhams Cars will hold its annual Quail Auction on Friday, August 18th, with over a hundred lust-worthy cars crossing the block. Here to preview the auction is Eric Minoff, Vice President, Senior Specialist Director of Los Angeles for Bonhams Cars. VISIT BONHAMS CARS:https://cars.bonhams.comSUPPORT THE POD:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hpheritageINSTAGRAM: @horsepowerheritageYOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=horsepower+heritageHORSEPOWER HERITAGE IS NOW ON TWITTER:https://twitter.com/TargaStorioSUPPORT OUR SPONSORS:http://modelcitizendiecast.comhttps://www.drivetowardacure.orgFIND US ON THE WEB:https://www.horsepowerheritage.comSupport the showHORSEPOWER HERITAGE: THE PEOPLE AND STORIES BEHIND THE MACHINES.

On this week's episode of Sports Car Market Magazine's Buy, Sell, Hold: Spotlight, Bonhams Senior Car Specialist, Eric Minoff sits down to discuss gray laws and show and display tags, talk important recent results, preview upcoming Monterey Quail Lodge offerings and introduce us to the all-new Bonhams Cars.

Los coches clásicos, como inversión, siguen al alza. La empresa especializada en subastas de clásicos de “campanillas”, Bonhams, ha hecho público su top ten de 2022. Bugatti y Ferrari siguen siendo las mejores inversiones… aunque el más caro del año 2022 no fue de ninguna de esas marcas… sino de Porsche. Bienvenidos a los podcast de los lunes de Garaje Hermético.

With so much incredible performance available in everyday cars today, the first great era of the motorcar is often overlooked. But in fact, most of the technology we take for granted was developed by about 1915.  Many "Brass Era" cars- those produced from about 1903 to 1915- were not only solid performers, but also exceptionally well-engineered and built. The Two Generations Collection holds many great examples of such machines, and it's being auctioned by Bonhams on April 29.  A father and son team assembled this collection over a period of six decades and now it's being sent on to a new group of enthiusiasts. The auction kicks off another terrific event, the Second Annual Audrain Veteran Car Tour in Newport Rhode Island. In this episode, Bonhams Senior Specialist Evan Ide talks about some highlights of the auction as well as the distinct flavor and excitement  of touring in these veteran cars.BONHAMS TWO GENERATIONS AUCTION:https://www.bonhams.com/auction/28770/two-generations-collection/SUPPORT THE POD:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hpheritageSUPPORT OUR SPONSORS:http://modelcitizendiecast.comhttps://www.drivetowardacure.orgFIND US ON THE WEB:https://www.horsepowerheritage.comInstagram: @horsepowerheritageSupport the show

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Today's episode goes deep into the world of art auctions with Scot Levitt, vice president and director of fine arts at Bonhams in Los Angeles and San Francisco. Scot breaks down some of the mysteries that swirl around the auction world and puts auctions into perspective within the world of art. This episode is sponsored by Western Art Collector magazine.

On the next episode of Sport Car Market Magazine's Buy, Sell, Hold: Spotlight, we are joined by Bonhams Senior Car Specialist Eric Minoff. He and host Darin Roberge cover the current state of the pre-war market, up and coming JDM offerings and run-down featured vehicles from their approaching Amelia Island auction.

What you'll learn in this episode: How Chinese export porcelain differs from other types of porcelain Why a true collector is different from a dealer Why deaccessioning is an important process for collectors, even if it's painful How the endowment effect can make it difficult for collectors to sell their items What factors to consider when donating a collection to a museum About Shirley Mueller Shirley M. Mueller, MD is an internationally known collector and scholar of Chinese export porcelain, as well as a physician board-certified in Neurology and Psychiatry. This latter expertise led her to explore her own intentions while collecting art, which, she discovered, are applicable to all collectors. This new understanding is the motivation for this book. Mueller not only lectures and publishes about the neuropsychology of the collector; she also was guest curator for Elegance from the East: New Insights into Old Porcelain at the Indianapolis Museum of Art (now Newfields) in 2017. In this unique exhibit, she combined export porcelain with concepts from neuroscience to make historical objects personally relevant to visitors. Additional Resources: Letting go Inside the Head of a Collector: Neuropsychological Forces at Play On Amazon Inside the Head of a Collector: Neuropsychological Forces at Play--a short video review Photos available on TheJewelryJourney.com Transcript: When you're a collector, determining what will happen to your collection in the future is a difficult but necessary process. Whether that means selling, donating or auctioning off your pieces, it's hard to let go of beloved possessions. As a neuroscientist who studies how collecting impacts the brain (and as an avid collector of Chinese export porcelain herself), Dr. Shirley Mueller knows all too well how bittersweet it is to deaccession a collection. She joined the Jewelry Journey Podcast to talk about her experience auctioning off some of her pieces; why collectors are different from dealers; and what to consider when passing on your collection. Read the episode transcript here.  Sharon: Hello, everyone. Welcome to The Jewelry Journey Podcast. This is the first part of a two-part episode. Please make sure you subscribe so you can hear part two as soon as it's released later this week. Today, my guest is Dr. Shirley Mueller. She is an M.D., Ph.D., professor and neuroscientist. She's also an internationally known collector and scholar of Chinese export porcelain. She's the author of “Inside the Head of a Collector: Neuropsychological Forces at Play.” She's also been our guest on the podcast before. She's interested in something I have heard a lot of talk about lately, which is deaccessioning a collection. She has done research in this area and has published her research articles in Fine Art Connoisseur and Psychology Today. Today, she'll talk to us about her own collecting experience, what makes a collector different from others and what she has found out about deaccessioning a collection. Shirley, welcome to the program. Shirley: Thank you, Sharon. It's great to be here. Sharon: I'm so glad to have you. What was your collecting journey like with export porcelain, which is different than a lot of us? What is export porcelain? Shirley: It was a long journey, not a short journey. I started really in the 1980s, and I have been collecting since then. I think my largest time in terms of spending the most money and devoting the most time was probably the 1990s and early 2000s. After that time I became more selective, so I probably purchased fewer things, but of higher quality. I think most of the pieces I have I purchased early, and then as every collector knows, as we develop, we want more and more choice things. Sharon: Right, yes. Shirley: Which are harder and harder to find. Sharon: And cost more money. Shirley: Exactly. Sharon: Were you young or older when you discovered that you're a collector? Shirley: I was not a young person. I was in my mid to late 30s. I found that collecting relaxed me, and that reading about this particular area, Chinese export porcelain—that is China which was made in China and exported to the west—gave me a different perspective on life. I was a physician practicing up to 80 hours a week. I couldn't stop thinking about my patients, which is really unhealthy because one wants to be more objective about one's patients. It's also good to relax once in a while so you can have a fresh perspective on your patients, but that seemed to be difficult for me. When I'd go home at night, I'd be thinking about them. Quite accidentally, I picked up a book about Chinese porcelain and found that I was totally absorbed, that the world was outside of me, and I was inside my special area with this book reading about something that interested me a great deal. Sharon: Export porcelain, is that different than regular porcelain? Shirley: There's Chinese porcelain. When we talk about Chinese porcelain, we're talking about a whole array of porcelain including early porcelain, which would have been made as early as the 14th and 15th centuries. When we talk about export porcelain, we talk about porcelain made specifically for the western market, that is for the European market. Early on, it was made for a market that was more local to China, which would be Malaysia, Japan, India. Those trading routes were the water routes that China had discovered. It wasn't until later that a ship could sail to America, and so we finally became part of the trade then. Before that, of course, a Portuguese ship was enroute around the Cape of Good Hope to go to China. All of these routes were established in time, but early on, the specific export route for Europeans was not available until after 1492. Sharon: That's when it became the export, because they were then sending things around in a different way. Shirley: Yes, right. At first it was the Silk Road, some water routes. Later, in order for Europeans to join in in any major way, they had to use a water route around the Cape of Good Hope. Sharon: What's your definition of a collector? Shirley: A collector is someone who has a special interest in an area that fascinates them and as a result, they want to gather objects in that area. Now, what they gather can be as simple as fruit jars. It could be the tags that say “Do Not Disturb” on your hotel room door; there's even a collector who collects that sort of memorabilia. Or it can be high-end art that costs thousands or millions of dollars. So, the range is from very little money to a great deal of money, but all these collectors are equally passionate, except the ones that collect to make a profit only. They may have someone actually select the art for them, and then the idea is that in 10 years, they can sell it for more. The collectors that are only interested in making a profit lack the passion that the collectors who collect for love have for their objects. Those who collect to make money are dispassionate about the objects, but passionate about the money they might make. I don't even consider them collectors. Sharon: They're dealers, right? Shirley: Right. In a way, yes. Some of them will select objects themselves and others will have a third person, another person, pick for them. They even keep them in storage sometimes. They don't even see or use the objects. But 80% of collectors collect for love, and it enriches the collector's life. The whole idea of collecting is to make your life better. I mean, Sharon, think of going to work every day, maybe at a job you don't especially like, eight to five, eight to six, and coming home. You may have children and family, but what else is there? There has to be something else. For us collectors, it's what we collect; it's our passion. We have a collection, but the collection always requires love, care and filling in the gaps where we don't have a specific object. The collector knows what the collector needs. It isn't a want; it's a need because you have to have the spread. If you collect something between 1800 and 1900 and you have a 10-year gap between 1840 and 1850, oh boy, you have to keep looking. You have to fill it. Sharon: So, it doesn't matter where the money is. It doesn't matter if the money is there or not. You mentioned hotel hangtags. You have to pay the money to go to a hotel. Shirley: Right, it can be so minor. It can be a little thing, but it has organization and there's some thought about what to do with it. There was an exhibit in Zurich recently called “Collectomania.” They had the objects from about 20 different collectors, and one of the collectors actually did collect those doorknob hangers from hotels. Sharon: That would be an interesting collection. Don't we all collect? Is the brain any different for a collector? Shirley: That's a good question, and I wish I could answer that fully. All I can say is that for a collector, what he or she collects stimulates his or her pleasure center. When I see a piece of high-end Chinese porcelain that I don't have in my collection and I know I'd like to have it, my pleasure center can just go wild when I see it. You could see the same object and it would mean nothing to you. You might say it's pretty, but I don't think— Sharon: Yeah, I would probably not even notice it. I'd say, “Shirley, it's nice.” Shirley: I think what leads to this is genetics, essentially nurture, nature and experiences that lead us into a particular area that lights our fire, lights up our brain, stimulates our pleasure center. I think on one of the last programs I explained that I thought my love for Chinese porcelain came from a movie I saw in high school, “The Inn of the Sixth Happiness” with Ingrid Bergman. She was the equivalent of a missionary in China helping all these Chinese children when the Japanese were invading, and I thought, “I want to be like that person. That's what I want to do when I graduate from medical school.” When I graduated from medical school, I had a husband and a daughter, a small child, and I couldn't go to China because I had other responsibilities. Mao Zedong might have stood in my way a bit too. At any rate, I think when I picked up that book about China, it's like it was a circular pattern. I realized I can do more with China. I can learn about it; I can buy objects from it; I can associate with like-minded people who also are interested in the arts of China. There are avenues open to me to supplant my previous plan. So, that's what happened. Since then, I've been to China five times, two with the invitation of the government, and probably will be going again. Now I do interact with a lot of Chinese people, and I would say to a certain degree, my original purpose has been fulfilled. Sharon: Wow! When it comes to deaccessioning, can you let go of them? Shirley: It's a problem. All that love, attention, money, care, organization. I exhibit what is called the endowment effect, according to neuroeconomics. That means that what belongs to me, because of everything I've put into it, means so much to me, and thereby if I were to put a price on it, it would be higher than the price the market would probably put on it. I would think every piece I have would be worth thousands of dollars, and someone else might think they'd be worth hundreds of dollars. Sharon: Can you deaccession something that has sentimentality? Shirley: Exactly. The sentiment is there. I think that's why people keep their family possessions even though they may not be worth a great deal. The sentiment is worth a great deal. You don't want to throw away your family possessions like the quilt my mother made. I don't want to ever throw it away; I want to keep it. You're absolutely right about that. I had an experience recently when I did sell at Christie's in New York City, and it was so painful for me. It wasn't just because I was selling some of my best objects, but it also was because early in the sale, nobody bid on my objects. I was a nervous wreck because my objects reflected me and my very being, my very self. If nobody was bidding on them, what did that say about me? Maybe I didn't choose wisely. Maybe I'm not the person I think I am. Maybe I'm not as good at selecting Chinese porcelain as I thought I was. I wrote in the article in Fine Arts Connoisseur that I ended up even having to take sleeping pills for a few nights because I was so bent out of shape. I was very stressed about it. I think I may not have been as pleasant to my representative at Christie's as I could have been, and I think that may lead to my never selling at Christie's again. Sharon: That's putting yourself on the line, though. Shirley: It is. Finally, I just had to accept that things did not sell at the high price I thought they should. I wrote in my column that what brought me peace was that I knew, in time, inflation would make the prices of all of them higher. Because porcelain is breakable, there will be fewer pieces as time goes by, and when there are fewer pieces, that will increase the price as well. I finally felt O.K. because I had to. If I didn't accept it, I would continue to be miserable. Sharon: Do you think all of us should think about deaccessioning before we die, before the time comes when we have to let it go and it doesn't mean anything anymore? Shirley: Absolutely. It is so much better if we collectors direct deaccession instead of our families. The whole estate is just given to an auction house and they take care of it. We still know the value of our pieces better than anyone else, we know where they could be sold better than anyone else, and we know what museum might want them better than anyone else. We know what family members might like them. I personally think it's always a nice gesture to leave some things to the family that they might have even picked out. I can give them a choice of five pieces, and they could pick out whichever one they liked. It's a lovely gesture to do that, to give part of yourself through your piece to someone else when you are reaching a certain age. Sharon: What if you think you have time, but you don't? Let's say your car goes off a cliff and you can't direct anything. Shirley: If it's a very costly collection, the family will fight over it. If it's a less costly collection, they'll just give it to an auction house that suits it. If it's high-end, it'll be Christie's or Sotheby's or Bonhams, and if it's lower-end, it'll be a local auction house. The sentiment will be gone. If the relatives aren't involved any more, there's no knowledge of the person and his or her relationship to these objects. I think you have jewelry, so you know every object has a story. Every object has an experience associated with it which makes it meaningful, not only to the person who had it, but to some family members as well. Sharon: I'm thinking about a pin that I doubt I'll ever wear, but it was my mother's, the first piece of jewelry she had. I just can't give it up. It's just too hard to give up. What if your family doesn't want the silver? They don't want anything of their parents', not because they don't have a good relationship, but they just aren't interested. They want experiences. What do you do then? Shirley: If a museum won't take it, they have to sell it, and they're likely to get a better price than any relative who sells it. Then there will be more in the estate for the family who doesn't want the actual collection. The other thing that can be done these days, and which is a wonderful alternative, is to put your collection on the internet so there are pictures of the collection and a record of what is in your collection. Other people who are interested in the same things then would go to your site and would be able to appreciate what you had as a collection. It would require some work. You'd have to hire a website designer and have professional pictures taken, but it is a way to document a collection without actually having to sell it. Of course, the relatives might be interested in the collector selling it because it would increase the estate assets. Sharon: It seems like there's a lot of fighting over collections that families have if they're not told in advance which piece should go to which person. It can cause a lot of problems. What are your thoughts, or what actions are you taking with your collection? You said you sold at Christie's a few years ago, but do you keep collecting? Shirley: I have stopped collecting now that I'm writing about it so much with the book and other articles in Psychology Today. I have four pieces at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, and there will be more there. It's possible that there will be an exhibit there that will be almost exclusively porcelain from my collection. If this exhibit takes place, there are a lot of pieces, maybe 150 at least. That means that part of my collection, which was originally 600 and now is down to 500 or so, that would bring it down to like 450. Then I would give people I know choices about what they might like to take. In fact, my granddaughter has already expressed what she wants. It actually is in my will that she will get that piece. It's very important to me that she gets what she specifically indicated she liked. This is exactly what she said, Sharon. She looked at the piece one day and said, “Grandma, do you think I'll ever be able to afford anything like that for my home?” You have it. It's yours, but I didn't say anything. Sharon: I've heard of relatives who've come through and said, not to me, but to other people, “Can have this when you die? After you pass away, can have this ring?” I don't know what you do. Shirley: When a kid does it, it's O.K. She didn't even say, “I want it when you die.” She just said, “Do you think I'll ever have anything like it?” Sharon: No, that's different. That's a nice way of hinting. Shirley: But this bald-faced saying, “May I have that when you die,” that's too much. Sharon: Is there a difference between collecting or deaccessioning and curating? I have let go of a lot of the lower-end pieces I might have wanted when I was 20, but do I want it when I'm older? Shirley: I would say good for you for curating your collection. Sharon: We will have photos posted on the website. Please head to the JewelryJourney.com to check them out.

Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel discuss the most disappointing exotic they have ever tested, including the Countach, Lamborghini Aventador and Ferrari 360 Spider. But which Porsche makes the list? They also chat about the most intriguing cars that will go under the hammer at Bonhams' auction in Paris this week. Find out more about Bonhams' Paris sale here – https://www.bonhams.com/auction/27987/les-grandes-marques-du-monde-a-paris/Grab your exclusive NordVPN deal by going to nordvpn.com/intercooler to get a huge discount off your NordVPN plan, plus a bonus gift. It's completely risk free with Nord's 30 day money-back guarantee.

Buy, Sell, Hold moves closer to Arizona Car Week 2023 as we spotlight Bonhams Vice President of Business Development and Head of US Motoring Jakob Greisen. He and host Darin Roberge rundown Bonham's latest news, talk their new Formula 1 partnership and preview Scottsdale offerings via Magnus Walker, Micheal Schumacher and from the John White Ramshead Collection.

It's the last episode in our five-part Business Daily series all about high value, high transaction jobs you might read about, see on the TV or glamorised in films. In episode five Leanna Byrne interviews some of the oldest and most well-known auction houses in the world. Bruno Vinciguerra, chief executive of Bonhams, tells us how auctioneers determine what's worth auctioning off and what's not. Jenny Lok, head of business development and operations at Poly Auction Hong Kong, tells us what the day in the life of an auctioneer is really like. And Kelly Crow, staff reporter for The Wall Street Journal, gives an insight into who's buying all of this really expensive stuff? Presenter / Producer: Leanna Byrne Image: Jenny Lok; Credit: Poly Auction Hong Kong

Jakob Greisen is the Bonhams' Vice President, Head of their US Motoring and a Collectors Motorcar Specialist. Bonhams is a British auction house that was founded in 1793. It is one of the world's oldest and largest auctioneers known internationally for fine art, antiques, jewelry, automobilia, motorcycles, and motorcars. Bonhams will be back again in Scottsdale for their annual auction that will take place January 26, 2023 at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa.

Greetings, fellow Bastardo! This week we have Eric Minoff on the show! Eric Minoff is a Motorcar Specialist for Bonhams who has had experience in the sales of everything from pre-war Bugattis and to modern hypercars, but still appreciates the obscure contrarian pick street-parked in central Manhattan. Phil and Eric talk everything from the current enthusiast (and non-enthusiast) car market to the world of car archeology and restoration. Tune in for more! The Viva Bastardo Show is part of the Hagerty Podcast Network.

Dan Prosser and Andrew Frankel leaf through the catalogue for Bonhams' forthcoming sale at Quail Lodge during Monterey Car Week. The highlights include a genuine Lightweight E-type that raced at Le Mans in period, a pleasingly tatty motorcycle with a very special former owner and scores of beautifully presented 1950 and 60s sports cars. The auction is on August 19. Follow the link  to find out more – https://www.bonhams.com/auction/27509/the-quail-auction/