Icons
100 Extraordinary Objects from Sotheby's History
$116.99
- Hardcover
224 pages
- Release Date
19 May 2026
Summary
Icons traces the extraordinary heritage of international auction house Sotheby’s through 100 of the most significant works sold under its banner. With works spanning across history and mediums – from a 67-million-year-old Tyrannosaurus rex to Maurizio Cattelan’s infamous banana – this engaging book offers readers an exclusive glimpse into the journey of each artwork through its arrival in Sotheby’s salesroom.
The presentation of these exceptional objects, from some of the mos…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781837291984 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1837291985 |
| Author: | Sotheby's |
| Publisher: | Phaidon Press Ltd |
| Imprint: | Phaidon Press Ltd |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 224 |
| Release Date: | 19 May 2026 |
| Weight: | 1.64kg |
| Dimensions: | 305mm x 246mm x 28mm |
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Critics Review
‘The book examines quality, rarity, provenance and narrative – those less quantifiable forces that transform an artwork or artefact into an icon.’ – Wallpaper*
About The Author
Sotheby's
Established in 1744, Sotheby’s is the world’s premier destination for art and luxury. Sotheby’s promotes access to and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions and buy-now channels including private sales, e-commerce, and retail.
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