Artcurial to Auction 18th-Century Decorative Arts and Scholar's Collection
In the summer of 2026, Artcurial will host two significant auctions. The first, focusing on Furniture & Works of Art, is scheduled for June 16-17. This event will spotlight European decorative arts from the 18th century, featuring notable Italian Settecento items, including a unique secretaire à abattant by Ignazio Ravelli, presented for the first time. A standout collection of Sèvres porcelain will also be featured, showcasing its enduring appeal, along with silverware that includes a fruit cup bearing the emblem of Grand Duke Mikhail Pavlovitch of Russia. Following this, on July 10, the L’œil d’un érudit auction will present a special collection curated by an expert in the field.
Key facts
- Artcurial presents Furniture & Works of Art auction on June 16-17, 2026
- L’œil d’un érudit, Une collection européenne auction on July 10, 2026
- Includes Italian Settecento furniture by Ignazio Ravelli
- Secretaire à abattant by Ravelli offered for first time
- Collection of 18th-century Sèvres porcelain
- Silverware includes armorialed fruit cup with cypher of Grand Duke Mikhail Pavlovitch of Russia
- July auction features a scholar's collection
Entities
Artists
- Ignazio Ravelli
Institutions
Locations
- Paris
- France