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Kudo’s Laboratory of Art
Human brains, torn-off penises and radioactive flowers put together in art tableaux. Japanese-born Parisian artist Tetsumi Kudo pre-empted today's climate debate in the 1960s and 1970s. We now have one of his quirky and alluring works up for auction.
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Theme: Female Artists
Over time, many strong female voices have not been given their proper place in art history. The educational and exhibition opportunities for artists have also not been equal between the genders. Alongside a number of museums and researchers, we are now placing a spotlight on female artists at our auctions.
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From a Collector’s Chamber of Treasures, Part II
At first glance, antiquarian books may appear dusty and not much to look at, but if you dive into the history of a book, this preconceived notion can quickly be put to shame. This is certainly the case with many of the literary rarities at the upcoming Live Auction in Copenhagen.
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New Catalogues: Hot Off the Press
Our latest auction catalogues have just been published. They feature all the lots set to go under the hammer at our upcoming Live Auction.
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Moët & Chandon 1914
It is difficult not to present a cacophony of clichés and quotes about drunken statesmen, enterprising businesswomen and not least the one about the monk with the headache when the paean to the effervescent glories of Champagne is to be told. But when the conversation falls on the year 1914, the clamouring choir falls silent.
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Catching Fire – Krøyer’s Final Muse
Throughout his artistic career, the Skagen painter P.S. Krøyer was preoccupied with depictions of light. This is also the case with the painting at our upcoming Live Auction, which portrays the last great source of inspiration and love of his life, Henny Brodersen.
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Direct Hits from Danish Design History
The "Poet" sofa from Finn Juhl's own home, together with Hans J. Wegner's original, orange shell chair and Frits Henningsen's most refined furniture pieces have found their way to the Live Auction in Copenhagen.
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When the Threat Is Wrought in Neon
A provocation written in cursive and wrought in neon by the artist collective Superflex shines as one of the highlights at the Live Auction in Copenhagen – explosive, satiric and with a built-in spelling error. The work's coarse quote is taken directly from a letter to the artist collective in response to one of their most iconic projects.
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Live Auction in Copenhagen
Finn Juhl’s personal sofa, P.S. Krøyer’s last great love and Superflex’s controversial neon sign – the highlights are lining up at this year’s first Live Auction. We are adhering to the guidelines of the Danish authorities, and the auction and preview will be held with certain restrictions and safety measures.
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Come by and Visit Us!
Beginning Monday 1 March, you will again have the opportunity to come inside our departments – regardless of whether you want a valuation of your art objects, consign to auction or pick up your purchase. You are also welcome to visit our preview, where you can get a closer look at all the art objects up for auction.