Christie's London Sale: Olympic-Themed Selling Exhibition Opens July 27

Christie's is seizing the opportunity presented by the 2012 London Olympics with an exhibition called 'The London Sale,' which will be held from July 27 to September 3 at its South Kensington venue. Established in London in 1776, the auction house features 167 items that reflect the essence of the city, covering themes of history, royalty, art, rock 'n' roll, and the famous red double-decker buses. Notable pieces include a Victorian stool from Buckingham Palace, chairs from Queen Elizabeth II's coronation, six dresses worn by Baroness Thatcher during her tenure as Education Minister, and two Philip Treacy hats. Olympic artifacts include a gold medal from 1896, another from 1908, and the 1948 Olympic torch. Iconic photographs showcase the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Michael Caine, David Bowie, Marianne Faithfull, Amy Winehouse, Jean Shrimpton, and Terence Stamp. The auction concludes on September 3, with valuations between £500 and £200,000, merging the art market with the Olympic spirit and celebrating London's cultural legacy.