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Sotheby's to auction Saul and Ellyn Dennison collection in New York this May

market-auction · 2026-04-26

Sotheby's will auction the Saul and Ellyn Dennison collection in New York this May. The collection spans forty years of acquisitions, including paintings, works on paper, and conceptual objects from the latter half of the 20th century through the early 2000s. The Dennisons were known for supporting artists at pivotal career moments and maintaining close ties to contemporary cultural discourse.

Key facts

  • Sotheby's presents the Saul and Ellyn Dennison Collection
  • Auction takes place in New York this May
  • Collection includes paintings, works on paper, and conceptual objects
  • Acquired over forty years
  • Spans latter half of 20th century to early 2000s
  • Saul and Ellyn Dennison were deeply engaged collectors
  • They supported artists at pivotal moments
  • Collection reflects a sustained commitment to contemporary art

Entities

Institutions

  • Sotheby's

Locations

  • New York
  • United States

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