With the launch of the latest issue, were blogging the unique content available in this exclusive publication. A favorite feature, ONE to Watch, keeps readers abreast of the latest in luxury world trends. And with holiday gift-giving top-of-mind this week, its the ideal occasion to take a peek at the luxury treasures highlighted in Acquire a subsection of the recurring feature.
Rock Gods
A collection of memorabilia from beloved rock stars hits a high note at auction. Over the summer, the original handwritten lyrics for Bob Dylans Like a Rolling Stone sold for a little more than $2 million, making them the most expensive rock lyrics ever sold at auction. The previous record holder was John Lennons A Day in the Life from Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band, which sold for $1.2 million in 2010.
The lyrics, purchased by an anonymous telephone bidder during Sothebys first sale of rock n roll memorabilia in more than a decade, were handwritten by Dylan on stationery from The Roger Smith Hotel in Washington, D.C. They show the now iconic refrain How Does It Feel/To Be on Your Own/Like a Complete Unknown alongside doodles and lyrics that didnt make it into the final song, such as Dry Vermouth, Youll Tell the Truth. The piece provides a tantalizing slice of 1960s music history as well as a fascinating look into the mindset of one of the centurys most compelling songwriters. Although Dylans anthem was the showpiece of the auction, there were plenty of other highlights from the sale.
Auction Highlights
- A 1969 Jimi Hendrix concert poster for Maple Leaf Gardens
- Toronto sold for $3,438; Michael Jacksons red military jacket ($10,000)
- Elvis Presleys peacock jumpsuit ($245,000)
- Concert poster for The Beatles 1966 show in Candlestick Park, San Francisco ($8,750)
The Magic of Mondrian
In our rapid-fire world of 24-hour news cycles and constant status updates, the meditative paintings of Dutch painter Piet Mondrian have not only endured but influenced design in many other realms as well. Mondrians work first came into vogue after World War I, when modern art movements such as Cubism, Fauvism and Post-Impressionism began to flourish. In the 70 years since his death, Mondrians paintingsfilled with colorful blocks and clean lineshave inspired Yves Saint Laurents 1956 collection of shift dresses, Le Corbusiers architecture, shoes by Nike and album covers by The White Stripes.
People are always awed by his work, says Thomas Boyd-Bowman, Impressionist and modern art specialist at Sothebys in London. Its simplicity is quite striking because we live in a very busy world full of objects that have meanings, functions and emotional ties. When we see a Mondrian, we lose all that and can just reflect on what it is to look at color and these beautifully serene images. In the end, what you get is this sort of simplicity and utility, and thats what modernism is all about. Last summer, Composition with Red, Blue and Grey, 1927, signed by Mondrian (left), sold in London for $25.9 million, making it one of the most expensive Mondrians ever sold.
Treasures of the South Pacific
In September, Sothebys Paris auctioned off the most significant collection of Oceanic art to appear on the market in the past 30 years. Once owned by the late Canadian businessman Dr. Murray Frum, the 70 pieces included rarities such as one of the six standing Maori figures remaining in the world today. Frum found his way to Oceanic art after he began buying African art in the 1960s and discovered an entirely different sculptural tradition in its intricate pieces, which are made from materials as varied as stone, wood and whale ivory.
When these objects came onto the marketplace in the 1960s and 1970s, [Frum] recognized just how important they were, says Jean Fritts, senior director and international chairman of African and Oceanic art for Sothebys in London. The influx of missionaries into Oceania in the late-eighteenth century brought an end to the creation of many of these objects, she explains, so there are far fewer of them on the market. Plus, theres a mystery to these objects thats very compelling, she says. The longer you spend with them, the more you can feel the hand and spiritual intent of this anonymous sculptor.
- Find the full feature in our Fall edition of ONE Life Magazine.
Fall 2014s edition of ONE Life magazine shines a light on world trends, culture and design as the proprietary lifestyle publication of ONE Sothebys International Realty. With the launch of the latest issue, were blogging the unique content available in this exclusive publication. A favorite feature, ONE to Watch, keeps readers abreast of the latest in luxury world trends. And with holiday gift-giving top-of-mind this week, its the ideal occasion to take a peek at the luxury treasures highlighted in Acquire a subsection of the recurring feature.
Rock Gods
A collection of memorabilia from beloved rock stars hIts a hIgh note at auctIon.
Over the summer, the original handwritten lyrics for Bob Dylans Like a Rolling Stone sold for a little more than $2 million, making them the most expensive rock lyrics ever sold at auction. The previous record holder was John Lennons A Day in the Life from Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band, which sold for $1.2 million in 2010.
The lyrics, purchased by an anonymous telephone bidder during Sothebys first sale of rock n roll memorabilia in more than a decade, were handwritten by Dylan on stationery from The Roger Smith Hotel in Washington, D.C. They show the now iconic refrain How Does It Feel/To Be on Your Own/Like a Complete Unknown alongside doodles and lyrics that didnt make it into the final song, such as Dry Vermouth, Youll Tell the Truth. The piece provides a tantalizing slice of 1960s music history as well as a fascinating look into the mindset of one of the centurys most compelling songwriters.
Although Dylans anthem was the showpiece of the auction, there were plenty of other highlights from the sale, among them: a 1969 Jimi Hendrix concert poster for Maple Leaf Gardens, Toronto sold for $3,438; Michael Jacksons red military jacket ($10,000); Elvis Presleys peacock jumpsuit ($245,000); and a concert poster for The Beatles 1966 show in Candlestick Park, San Francisco ($8,750).
The Magic of Mondrian
In our rapid-fire world of 24-hour news cycles and constant status updates, the meditative paintings of Dutch painter Piet Mondrian have not only endured but influenced design i many other realms as well. Mondrians work first came into vogue after World War I, when modern art movements such as Cubism, Fauvism and Post-Impressionism began to flourish. In the 70 years since his death, Mondrians paintingsfilled with colorful blocks and clean lineshave inspired Yves Saint Laurents 1956 collection of shift dresses, Le Corbusiers architecture, shoes by Nike and album covers by The White Stripes.People are always awed by his work, says Thomas Boyd-Bowman, Impressionist and modern art specialist at Sothebys in London. Its simplicity is quite striking because we live in a very busy world full of objects that have meanings, functions and emotional ties. When we see a Mondrian, we lose all that and can just reflect on what it is to look at color and these beautifully serene images. In the end, what you get is this sort of simplicity and utility, and thats what modernism is all about. Last summer, Composition with Red, Blue and Grey, 1927, signed by Mondrian (left), sold in London for $25.9 million, making it one of the most expensive Mondrians ever sold.
Treasures of the South Pacific
In September, Sothebys Paris auctioned off the most significant collection of Oceanic art to appear on the market in the past 30 years. Once owned by the late Canadian businessman Dr. Murray Frum, the 70 pieces included rarities such as one of the six standing Maori figures remaining in the world today.
Frum found his way to Oceanic art after he began buying African art in the 1960s and discovered an entirely different sculptural tradition in its intricate pieces, which are made from materials as varied as stone, wood and whale ivory.
When these objects came onto the marketplace in the 1960s and 1970s, [Frum] recognized just how important they were, says Jean Fritts, senior director and international chairman of African and Oceanic art for Sothebys in London. The influx of missionaries into Oceania in the late-eighteenth century brought an end to the creation of many of these objects, she explains, so there are far fewer of them on the market. Plus, theres a mystery to these objects thats very compelling, she says. The longer you spend with them, the more you can feel the hand and spiritual intent of this anonymous sculptor.
Find the full feature in our Fall edition of ONE Life Magazine. Click here to subscribe to all future issues.Fall 2014s edition of ONE Life magazine shines a light on world trends, culture and design as the proprietary lifestyle publication of ONE Sothebys International Realty. With the launch of the latest issue, were blogging the unique content available in this exclusive publication. A favorite feature, ONE to Watch, keeps readers abreast of the latest in luxury world trends. And with holiday gift-giving top-of-mind this week, its the ideal occasion to take a peek at the luxury treasures highlighted in Acquire a subsection of the recurring feature.
Rock Gods
A collection of memorabilia from beloved rock stars hIts a hIgh note at auctIon.
Over the summer, the original handwritten lyrics for Bob Dylans Like a Rolling Stone sold for a little more than $2 million, making them the most expensive rock lyrics ever sold at auction. The previous record holder was John Lennons A Day in the Life from Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band, which sold for $1.2 million in 2010.
The lyrics, purchased by an anonymous telephone bidder during Sothebys first sale of rock n roll memorabilia in more than a decade, were handwritten by Dylan on stationery from The Roger Smith Hotel in Washington, D.C. They show the now iconic refrain How Does It Feel/To Be on Your Own/Like a Complete Unknown alongside doodles and lyrics that didnt make it into the final song, such as Dry Vermouth, Youll Tell the Truth. The piece provides a tantalizing slice of 1960s music history as well as a fascinating look into the mindset of one of the centurys most compelling songwriters.
Although Dylans anthem was the showpiece of the auction, there were plenty of other highlights from the sale, among them: a 1969 Jimi Hendrix concert poster for Maple Leaf Gardens, Toronto sold for $3,438; Michael Jacksons red military jacket ($10,000); Elvis Presleys peacock jumpsuit ($245,000); and a concert poster for The Beatles 1966 show in Candlestick Park, San Francisco ($8,750).
The Magic of Mondrian
In our rapid-fire world of 24-hour news cycles and constant status updates, the meditative paintings of Dutch painter Piet Mondrian have not only endured but influenced design in many other realms as well. Mondrians work first came into vogue after World War I, when modern art movements such as Cubism, Fauvism and Post-Impressionism began to flourish. In the 70 years since his death, Mondrians paintingsfilled with colorful blocks and clean lineshave inspired Yves Saint Laurents 1956 collection of shift dresses, Le Corbusiers architecture, shoes by Nike and album covers by The White Stripes.People are always awed by his work, says Thomas Boyd-Bowman, Impressionist and modern art specialist at Sothebys in London. Its simplicity is quite striking because we live in a very busy world full of objects that have meanings, functions and emotional ties. When we see a Mondrian, we lose all that and can just reflect on what it is to look at color and these beautifully serene images. In the end, what you get is this sort of simplicity and utility, and thats what modernism is all about. Last summer, Composition with Red, Blue and Grey, 1927, signed by Mondrian (left), sold in London for $25.9 million, making it one of the most expensive Mondrians ever sold.
Treasures of the South Pacific
In September, Sothebys Paris auctioned off the most significant collection of Oceanic art to appear on the market in the past 30 years. Once owned by the late Canadian businessman Dr. Murray Frum, the 70 pieces included rarities such as one of the six standing Maori figures remaining in the world today.
Frum found his way to Oceanic art after he began buying African art in the 1960s and discovered an entirely different sculptural tradition in its intricate pieces, which are made from materials as varied as stone, wood and whale ivory.
When these objects came onto the marketplace in the 1960s and 1970s, [Frum] recognized just how important they were, says Jean Fritts, senior director and international chairman of African and Oceanic art for Sothebys in London. The influx of missionaries into Oceania in the late-eighteenth century brought an end to the creation of many of these objects, she explains, so there are far fewer of them on the market. Plus, theres a mystery to these objects thats very compelling, she says. The longer you spend with them, the more you can feel the hand and spiritual intent of this anonymous sculptor.
Rock Gods
A collection of memorabilia from beloved rock stars hIts a hIgh note at auctIon.
Over the summer, the original handwritten lyrics for Bob Dylans Like a Rolling Stone sold for a little more than $2 million, making them the most expensive rock lyrics ever sold at auction. The previous record holder was John Lennons A Day in the Life from Sgt. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band, which sold for $1.2 million in 2010.
The lyrics, purchased by an anonymous telephone bidder during Sothebys first sale of rock n roll memorabilia in more than a decade, were handwritten by Dylan on stationery from The Roger Smith Hotel in Washington, D.C. They show the now iconic refrain How Does It Feel/To Be on Your Own/Like a Complete Unknown alongside doodles and lyrics that didnt make it into the final song, such as Dry Vermouth, Youll Tell the Truth. The piece provides a tantalizing slice of 1960s music history as well as a fascinating look into the mindset of one of the centurys most compelling songwriters.
Although Dylans anthem was the showpiece of the auction, there were plenty of other highlights from the sale, among them: a 1969 Jimi Hendrix concert poster for Maple Leaf Gardens, Toronto sold for $3,438; Michael Jacksons red military jacket ($10,000); Elvis Presleys peacock jumpsuit ($245,000); and a concert poster for The Beatles 1966 show in Candlestick Park, San Francisco ($8,750).
The Magic of Mondrian
In our rapid-fire world of 24-hour news cycles and constant status updates, the meditative paintings of Dutch painter Piet Mondrian have not only endured but influenced design in many other realms as well. Mondrians work first came into vogue after World War I, when modern art movements such as Cubism, Fauvism and Post-Impressionism began to flourish. In the 70 years since his death, Mondrians paintingsfilled with colorful blocks and clean lineshave inspired Yves Saint Laurents 1956 collection of shift dresses, Le Corbusiers architecture, shoes by Nike and album covers by The White Stripes.People are always awed by his work, says Thomas Boyd-Bowman, Impressionist and modern art specialist at Sothebys in London. Its simplicity is quite striking because we live in a very busy world full of objects that have meanings, functions and emotional ties. When we see a Mondrian, we lose all that and can just reflect on what it is to look at color and these beautifully serene images. In the end, what you get is this sort of simplicity and utility, and thats what modernism is all about. Last summer, Composition with Red, Blue and Grey, 1927, signed by Mondrian (left), sold in London for $25.9 million, making it one of the most expensive Mondrians ever sold.
Treasures of the South Pacific
In September, Sothebys Paris auctioned off the most significant collection of Oceanic art to appear on the market in the past 30 years. Once owned by the late Canadian businessman Dr. Murray Frum, the 70 pieces included rarities such as one of the six standing Maori figures remaining in the world today.
Frum found his way to Oceanic art after he began buying African art in the 1960s and discovered an entirely different sculptural tradition in its intricate pieces, which are made from materials as varied as stone, wood and whale ivory.
When these objects came onto the marketplace in the 1960s and 1970s, [Frum] recognized just how important they were, says Jean Fritts, senior director and international chairman of African and Oceanic art for Sothebys in London. The influx of missionaries into Oceania in the late-eighteenth century brought an end to the creation of many of these objects, she explains, so there are far fewer of them on the market. Plus, theres a mystery to these objects thats very compelling, she says. The longer you spend with them, the more you can feel the hand and spiritual intent of this anonymous sculptor.
Find the full feature in our Fall edition of ONE Life Magazine. Click here to subscribe to all future issues.
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