Christie's

Christie's is a renowned auction house, globally recognized for its sales of fine art, antiques, jewelry, and other luxury goods. Recent news highlights Christie's role in the high-end art market, specifically its record-breaking sale of a Fabergé Winter Egg. The egg, commissioned by Tsar Nicholas II in 1913 as an Easter gift for his mother, Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna, fetched £22.9m ($30.2m) at a London auction. This sale underscores Christie's position as a leading platform for the exchange of historically significant and valuable objects. The high price achieved for the Fabergé egg reflects the enduring appeal and investment value of rare and exquisite items, solidifying Christie's continued relevance in the global art and luxury market.