2. The art of collecting has transformed from what
it was just a few years ago. Formality has given way
to flexibility, and today, we live amongst our
collections. The severity of yesterday has been
ingeniously replaced by a playful, and lighthearted
fusion of genres.
It is no longer just about preservation, or
amassing a collection, but incorporating this interest
into one’s daily life. Antiques and ‘objets trouvés’
form part of our everyday existence, and embellish
the joys of life, and of living. Asian art, vintage design,
and Louis XV furniture create remarkable interiors;
there is pleasure in owning and driving a classic
car, and delight in selecting a vintage watch to suit
the occasion.
For the cultural and the curious, Auctionata
shows that originality and history are not the only
things to be considered by the new collector. Rather,
that remarkable beauty can be found in the union
of the past and present.
Peter kempe
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, May 2015
9. 09. Vase in the Style of Lalique with Dance Motif, 1930s
10. Jaime Hayon for Gaia & Gino, Grid, Silver-Plated Vase, 2008
11. cinnabar Lacquer box and cover, china, 19th
century
12. Ilja Kabakow, The Window, Lithography, 1982
06. Jacob Frères, commode, 1800s
07. Empire Style chandelier, France, 1890s
08. A. Lange & Söhne, Lange 1 Tourbillon, 2000s
10. 16. Jeff Koons, Goat champions, 2004
17. Tea Trolley with Red Wheels, Italy, 1980s
13. Pablo Picasso, Two children Playing and a Woman Lying, 1953
14. Gold with Diamonds brooch or Pendant, USA, 1920s
15. Li Luming, Ying Yanzi in 1960’s, china, 2007
11. 21. Louis XVI Style Armchair, 1800s
22. Maison Jansen, Palm Tree Lamp, 1970s
18. Ruby Ground bowl, Qing Dynasty
19. Venus & cupid, Ivory Group of Figures, Austria, 1817
20. Jack Pierson, ocean + 1st
(pink cape), Acrylic, 1995