Victoria Beckham curates Old Masters sale for Sotheby's London
On July 4, Sotheby's London will auction a selection of Old Master portraits during its Old Master Evening Sale, curated by Victoria Beckham. The former Spice Girl and fashion designer chose the works, which are currently displayed in her Mayfair boutique until June 27. The exhibition includes paintings by Peter Paul Rubens, Lucas Cranach the Elder, and followers of Leonardo da Vinci. Beckham's store, designed by architect Farshid Moussavi and opened in 2015, has previously hosted contemporary artists like Turner Prize winner Martin Creed, Eddie Peake, and Emily Young. Beckham cited a visit to the Frick Collection in New York as sparking her interest in Old Masters. Sotheby's specialist Chloe Stead hopes the juxtaposition of classic portraits in a modern space will engage collectors and highlight the enduring appeal of portraiture in an age of selfies.
Key facts
- Sotheby's Old Master Evening Sale in London on July 4, 2018.
- Victoria Beckham selected the portraits for the auction.
- Works on display at her Mayfair boutique until June 27.
- Artists include Peter Paul Rubens, Lucas Cranach the Elder, and followers of Leonardo da Vinci.
- Boutique designed by architect Farshid Moussavi, opened in 2015.
- Previous collaborations with Martin Creed, Eddie Peake, Emily Young.
- Beckham's interest in Old Masters began with a visit to the Frick Collection.
- Sotheby's specialist Chloe Stead commented on the marketing strategy.
Entities
Artists
- Victoria Beckham
- Peter Paul Rubens
- Lucas Cranach the Elder
- Leonardo da Vinci
- Martin Creed
- Eddie Peake
- Emily Young
- Farshid Moussavi
- Chloe Stead
Institutions
- Sotheby's
- Frick Collection
- Turner Prize
Locations
- London
- Mayfair
- New York