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27 September 2022

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Inside the Orange Box: A Lifetime of Collecting, Property from an Important European Collector Part II

Online | Now Open For Bidding Until 6 October 2022
Jewellery, Watches & Handbags
27 September 2022
Inside the Orange Box: A Lifetime of Collecting, Property from an Important European Collector Part II

MILAN – Following the success of Inside the Orange Box: A Lifetime of Collecting, Christie’s first Handbags and Accessories auction held in Italy, which was 99% sold by lot and attracted a number of new millennial collectors, Christie’s is delighted to present part two of this extraordinary collection. The online sale, Inside the Orange Box: A Lifetime of Collecting, Part II is open for bidding until 6 October 2022, presenting an unparalleled collection of Hermès handbags, accessories, lifestyle objects, textiles, jewellery, watches and more. Assembled over the decades by a passionate connoisseur and patron of Hermès, it is the largest single owner collection of Hermès handbags and lifestyle objects to ever appear at auction. Part two of the sale comprises 266 lots, including over 200 of the most coveted handbags, including limited edition and custom pieces.

Lucile Andreani, Head of Handbags, Christie’s EMEA: “We are delighted to offer the second part of this extraordinary private collection. This second session features a large selection of handbags of various models and exciting colors. The collection comprises a beautiful array of vintage styles and historic designs, alongside recent models and limited edition pieces. The sale also includes a fabulous selection of jewellery, accessories, watches, objects and tableware.”

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Founded in 1766, Christie’s is a world-leading art and luxury business with a physical presence in 46 countries throughout the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific, and flagship   international sales hubs  in New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris and Geneva. Renowned and trusted for our expert live and online-only auctions, as well as bespoke Private Sales, Christie’s unparalleled network of specialists offers our clients a full portfolio of  global services, including art appraisal, art financing, international real estate and education. Christie’s  auctions span more than  80 art and luxury categories, at price points ranging from $500 to over $100 million. Christie’s has sold 7 of the 10 most important single-owner collections in history, achieved the world record price for an artwork at auction, launched the first  fully on-chain auction platform dedicated to exceptional NFT art and manages an investment fund to support innovative startups in the art market. Christie’s is also committed to advancing  responsible culture  throughout its business and communities worldwide. To learn more, browse, bid, discover, and join us for the best of art and luxury at christies.com or by downloading Christie’s apps.


* Please note when quoting estimates above that other fees will apply in addition to the hammer price - see Section D of the Conditions of Sale at the back of the sale catalogue. *Estimates do not include buyer’s premium. Sales totals are hammer price plus buyer’s premium.

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