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Damien Hirst-painted piano auctioned for $450,000
At the 30th anniversary of the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) celebrated in Los Angeles, a Damien Hirst-painted piano “” played on by Lady Gaga at the event – was sold off for $450,000.
The stars who attended this event included Williams and Japanese superflat master Takashi Murakami.
Vajoliroja luxury cruise yacht: Depp’s dream come true
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Designed by Los Angeles designer L M Pagano and built by Proteksan Turquoise in Turkia in 2001, the Vajoliroja luxury cruise yacht is legendary actor, Johnny Depp’s dream come true with the actor himself having redecorated the interior in the Å”pirate chic style.
According to Depp, the name Vajoliroja ((pronounced along the lines of ŔThe Jolly Roger) has been formed from the syllables of the names of family: Va for his wife Vanessa, Jo for Johnny, LiRo for his daughter Lily Rose and Ja for his son Jack.
Specifications:
- 47m (156ft) long
- Engines: 2 x 480 HP Caterpillar 3406 Diesels
- Max Speed: 13.25 Cruise Speed: 12.5
- Accommodations for 10 guests and a crew of 8
- Formal dining room
- Outdoor seating areas
- Master suite
- Four guest cabins
- Art deco-inspired furnishings and vintage fabrics
- Built in walnut cabinets, which includes Depp’s extensive floating library
- high-tech entertainment and Connectivity systems
One week’s rent on this cruise in the Mediterranean will cost up to $130,000.
A calm Buddha white Jade statue sells for $2,322,500
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A rare 18-19th century Qing Dynasty figure of Buddha was sold for $2,322,500 at the South Asian Modern and Contemporary Art auction on March 23 by Christie’s.
Symbolizing a historic memorabilia testament to the‚ rise of Buddhism during the Qing Dynasty era, the large white Jade figure of Buddha was earlier estimated to sell for $150,000-200,000. Unlike the laughing Buddha statues you can find, this one, crafted in white Jade, has a downward facial expression
Another work, Gestation, an acrylic on canvas painted in 1989 by Syed Haider Raza’ generated a generous $1,200,000.
According to Theow H. Tow, Deputy Chairman of Christie’s Americas and Honorary Chairman of Christie’s Asia, their tremendous achievement this week is a clear testament to the immense strength of Asian Art, with success across all categories with‚ Christie’s sales totaling $60 million this week, which is the 2nd highest total for Asian Art Week at Christie’s New York with a 73% market share and Chinese Works of Art fetching $40 million, the highest ever achieved at Christie’s New York.
Sand & Birch launches“Lullaby†chair
Sand & Birch is an Italian based design studio which knows the art to serve their design lovers with hi-end furniture gives the looks of sculptures to enhance your luxury decor. This is the second creation by Lullaby, designed by Andrea Fino and Samanta Snidaro after the luxurious smile chair. the chair is known for its‚ Lullaby is the latest creation with a difference by designers Andrea Fino and Samanta Snidaro. The chair boasts of spacious design and sensuous silhouette with its slender and bent shapes.
Limited Edition Surface Table by Terence Woodgate and John Barnard
Have you been in the mood to revamp your home dƒcor? If yes, then this surface table designed by Terence Woodgate and John Barnard is just the thing for you.
Limited to only 99 units, the surface table has been crafted using art autosport and aerospace technology and unidirectional carbon fiber, lacquer or wood veneer and steel legs. Rest assured they have left no stone unturned to make this table ready for your lavish parties and family gatherings.
Other details:
- 8 feet long (94.5inches)
- 39.4inches wide
- 29.5inches high
- Thickness just lesser than 1/10 on an inch
Price: $50,000
18th century Hookah goes under hammer, fetches $356,700
Hookahs have become a rage yet again. Don’t believe me? Well! there you are-a rare and intact Mughal gilt-decorated glass hookah base by Bonhams fetched a whopping ‚£234,000 ($356,700) at an auction at Bonhams Islamic and Indian Sale. The masterpiece which was touted to be sold for ‚£8,000-‚£12,000 ($12,200 -$18,300) has fetched more than 20 times its pre-sale estimate price.
The 19.5cm tall gilded green glass bowl is prized with a globular body and a short cylindrical neck with a rib.
The history of this Hookah takes us back to (1904-1947), in the house of John Clough its first owner who was an avid collector of Indian furniture and works of art and High Court Judge in Calcutta.
ALSOK robots placed as security guards at Japanese art Gallery
Do you believe that one day robots will take over the human race? Well! If not the world, these humanoids are at least taking over most jobs of the mortal race. The latest field encroached upon by the robots is that of security at various public places. The following video in which a robot is patrolling an art gallery in Japan, gives you a clear insight.
ALSOK is a firm which creates hi-tech drones and has a specialization in making robot guards. Most of the companies, shopping malls and museums have these robots as security guards.
Rare Picasso masterpieces to be auctioned
Nobody else but only Pablo Picasso could think of making a portrait of himself without being overly self critical. In one-of-its-kind of auction-cum-display, the Metropolitan Museum of Art has planned to put up all its Picasso paintings, drawings, sculptures and ceramics on public display. The auction cum display will also include the damaged and the restored artwork of the legend which is known by the name ŔThe Actor.
The rare masterpieces which will be auctioned are “Nude, Green Leaves and Bust” (Christie’s) and “Femme au Chapeau, Buste” (Sotheby’s). While “Nude, Green Leaves and Bust” is expected to draw between $70 million and $90 million, “Femme au Chapeau, Buste” is touted to earn $8 million to $12 million.
250 year-old jade elephants to be auctioned for millions
Historic sculptures and artworks have always fetched million of dollars in various auctions. This time auctioneers Woolley and Wallis are expecting the same to happen when they auction one of the rarest jade elephants which were made for Emperor Qianlong almost 250-year years ago.
These sculptures measure just 7.5 inches long and 6.5 inches high, and are said to be made by China’s finest craftsmen.
The bidding start price of these sculptures is expected to be around ‚£250,000, ($388,000). These art pieces are believed to be brought to Britain in the 19th century before it became the prized possession of Mary Anna Marten, OBE, who died this year aged 80.
Along with these elephants there will be one more item possessed by Marten will be included in the auction which is a Chinese imperial white jade bell. the auction will take place on May 19th in Salisbury.
China has 875,000 millionaires: 2010 Hurun Report
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The 2010 Hurun Report is out, this time with the lifestyle trends of China’s 875,000 millionaires.
According to Hurun Report founder Rupert Hoogewerf, there are 1900 people with the equivalent of EUR 110billion in China, which is twice the number of people included on the 2009 Hurun Rich List. All this suggests that there is a hidden class of low-key rich, who maintain low key.
It was also found that the luxury possessions of these millionaires include collecting watches (4.4 luxury watches on an average), Chinese classical art and 3 cars on an average, while their leisure activities of choice include travel, golf and swimming.
Looking at the fact that one third don’t drink and almost one half don’t smoke, the report rightly points out that China’s millionaires are becoming increasingly sophisticated in the way they spend their money and at a remarkable pace.
Also, interestingly, the Chinese millionaires prefer Great Britain for their children’s secondary schooling and USA for University with Philanthropy being the established outlet for China’s rich. The major concentration of donations is in the field of education, disaster relief and social welfare projects.
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