Press Release | Christie's Hong Kong Handbags & Accessories
Hong Kong - On 27 November, Christie’s Hong Kong Handbags & Accessories Department will present an assemblage of the finest collectible pieces currently on the market.
The sale will offer over 190 lots ranging from elusive Hermès masterpieces and limited editions, Chanel showstopping runway items, elegant lifestyle pieces to iconic Louis Vuitton trunks that defined the eras of luxury travel (dedicated press release here). With estimates ranging from HK$10,000 – 1,000,000, collectors worldwide will no doubt find the item that fits both their taste and budget.
One of the leading highlights of the sale is the newest “holy grail” in the Hermès oeuvre – the architecturally stunning Matte Bleu Marine Alligator, Deep Blue Madam, Orange H Swift, Bleu Indigo & Blue Obscur Sombrero, Craie Epsom Leather Faubourg Sellier Birkin 20 with Palladium Hardware (featured on cover page; estimate: HK$600,000 – 800,000 /US$78,000 – 100,000). Designed with heritage and modernity in mind, the work of art mimics the historical facade of Hermès legendary flagship store in Paris at nighttime. The aesthetically pleasing limited edition Faubourg Birkin is nothing short gorgeous with its fresh design and unparalleled craftsmanship, and has been the crowning glory of the maison since its dazzling debut.
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Preview:
Hong Kong | 14 – 19 November | 22/F, Alexandra House, 18 Chater Road, Central
Auction: Handbags & Accessories
Date & Time: 27 November 2020, 2pm
Location: Hall 3C, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, No. 1 Expo Drive, Wanchai, Hong Kong
More features on Christie’s.com
- Collecting Guide: What every collector needs to know about Hermès handbags
- Collecting Guide: 10 things to know about Louis Vuitton handbags and trunks
- Why collectors love Chanel handbags