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Vintage watches are experiencing a resurgence, particularly among Gen Z, driven by their unique stories, scarcity, and inherent character. This trend sees a return to classic design elements and smaller case sizes, offering a respite from digital overload and a connection to history. Familial influence and aesthetic appeal are also key drivers behind this growing appreciation for timeless timepieces

Angelina Jolie is listing her iconic Los Feliz residence for a staggering $29.85 million, revealing her ambition for a more nomadic lifestyle. With plans to relocate abroad once her youngest, twins Knox and Vivienne, reach adulthood in 2026, this elegant estate—formerly the home of legendary filmmaker Cecil B. DeMille—features an impressive mansion and vast grounds that offer breathtaking panoramic views.

Piprahwa relics are welcome back in India. But it may alter the architecture of restitution – India invoked their return as a right, but the relics returned as part of a private collection on loan to govt

Stephen Curry, the Golden State Warriors’ star player, and his wife, Ayesha Curry, have always been passionate about giving to the society even as they continue to remain private with their personal lives and marriage. With Stephen Curry ending his decade long partnership with Under Armour in November 2025, his recent move has already earned him a massive amount for his foundation, Eat. Learn. Play, as he continues to auction off the shoes he wore during his sneaker free agency, in partnership with Sotheby’s.

LVMH boss Bernard Arnault was seen wearing a unique Louis Vuitton watch, a 1-of-1 tribute to Albert Einstein. This "Tambour Einstein Automata," sold for CHF 700,000, features Einstein's iconic tongue-out photo and a strand of his hair as a button.

Stephen Curry, the NBA legend, sparked shockwaves when he ended his decade long partnership with Under Armour in 2025, after over 10 years of being with the brand exclusively. While Stephen Curry remained vague about the reason behind it, it seems there was a pretty noble thought that led to this decision and his wife, Ayesha Curry, has been a supporter through all of it.

Audrey Hepburn's former Los Angeles mansion in Brentwood has sold for USD 9.4 million, a significant price reflecting her enduring legacy. While Hepburn never owned the Georgian-style home, she resided there twice during her early career. The 6,099-square-foot estate boasts five bedrooms and elegant features, offering a glimpse into Hollywood's golden era.

A 16th-century bronze statue of Saint Tirumankai Alvar, taken from a Tamil Nadu temple, is returning to India from the UK. Acquired by the Ashmolean Museum in 1967, its provenance became questionable after a 2019 discovery. Following an investigation and a formal claim by India, the museum has agreed to its repatriation, highlighting a commitment to ethical collections.

Sotheby’s International Realty sees 2025 as a watershed moment for the city’s ultra-luxury property segment, with nearly 1,494 homes in the Rs 10 crore-plus category sold over the 12-month period.

North India Sotheby's International Realty is set to start operations in New Delhi from September 2014. Later, it will expand to Gurgaon, Noida, Chandigarh and Jaipur.

Property consultant India Sotheby's International Realty on Sunday said it has bagged a mandate to sell Rs 800 crore worth ultra-luxury apartments at Worli in Mumbai. In a statement, India Sotheby's International Realty said it has signed an exclusive sales and marketing mandate with The Residency, Worli, Mumbai that houses 19 ultra-luxury residences.

Following Indian government intervention, Sotheby's Hong Kong has postponed the auction of the Piprahwa Buddhist Relics. The culture ministry, along with the Archaeological Survey of India and the Ministry of External Affairs, will engage stakeholders to discuss the relics' repatriation to India. A delegation emphasized the relics' sacred significance and rightful ownership by India, leading to the auction's postponement.

“Sotheby's Managing Director of India, Gaurav Bhatia, resigned on December 20th, 2018 after two years with the company, during which time he launched the inaugural Mumbai auction. We appreciate and thank him for his service,” the auction house said. Bhatia, who was the South Asia operations head and the “driving force” behind “Boundless: India”, Sotheby's maiden auction in the country, put in his papers on December 20, 2018.

The nearly complete fossilized remains of Apex, a 161-million-year-old stegosaurus, will be auctioned by Sotheby's in New York next week. Discovered in Colorado in 2022, Apex stands 11 feet tall and 27 feet long. Sotheby's estimates the sale at $4-6 million, highlighting Apex's advanced age and unique features as part of their "Geek Week" series.

The Indian government has intervened to halt Sotheby's Hong Kong auction of sacred Buddhist relics excavated in India in 1898, demanding their repatriation. The Culture Ministry issued a legal notice to Sotheby's, seeking immediate cessation of the auction. Sotheby's has assured that full attention is given to this matter. These relics, from Piprahwa Stupa, are of immense historical and spiritual significance, with most already housed in the Indian Museum, Kolkata.

The Ferrari driven to five race victories by Michael Schumacher during his World Championship-winning 2003 Formula 1 season is being auctioned next week in Geneva, auction house Sotheby's said on Friday.

A freshly discovered artwork of renowned abstract painter Vasudeo S Gaitonde will lead Sotheby London's sale of modern and contemporary South Asian Art on June 11.

A statement by the auction house on Friday said Bhatia has taken a "leave of absence" pending a probe into the allegations. "In light of recent anonymous allegations that have surfaced on social media, Gaurav Bhatia has agreed to take a leave of absence while a formal inquiry continues," the statement said.