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Colasanti Casa d’Aste Reports 15% Revenue Growth in First Half of 2026

market-auction · 2026-07-20

Colasanti Casa d’Aste achieved €2.9 million in total revenue (including buyer’s premium) in the first half of 2026, a 15% increase from €2.5 million in the same period of 2025, despite holding fewer auctions (10 vs. 11). The sold-by-lot rate remained stable at 60–70%, while the sold-by-value rate reached 90%. The jewelry and watches sector led with €1.2 million in sales, up 15% year-on-year. The top lot was a Bulgari Tubogas Serpente vintage watch from the 1960s, sold on May 14 for €57,900 (estimate €10,000–15,000). Other highlights include Ippolito Caffi’s oil on canvas "Veduta del Foro con Campo Vaccino" (€45,360 on April 15) and Francesco Di Cocco’s "Il pentimento di Pietro" (€32,760 on March 19). International buyers accounted for 30% of total hammer value, with the United States leading, followed by Switzerland and France. The auction house expects a stable second half with selective demand for high-quality, documented works.

Key facts

  • Colasanti Casa d’Aste generated €2.9 million in first-half 2026 revenue, up 15% from 2025.
  • Number of auctions decreased from 11 to 10 year-on-year.
  • Sold-by-lot rate: 60–70%; sold-by-value rate: 90%.
  • Jewelry and watches sector: €1.2 million, +15% vs. 2025.
  • Top lot: Bulgari Tubogas Serpente vintage watch sold for €57,900 on May 14, 2026.
  • Ippolito Caffi painting sold for €45,360 on April 15, 2026.
  • Francesco Di Cocco painting sold for €32,760 on March 19, 2026.
  • International buyers contributed 30% of total value; top markets: US, Switzerland, France.

Entities

Artists

  • Ippolito Caffi
  • Francesco Di Cocco

Institutions

  • Colasanti Casa d’Aste

Locations

  • Italy
  • United States
  • Switzerland
  • France

Sources