Russian Art has been no secret but next week’s sales in London may just be the event that brings the market into focus

Sotheby’s, Christie’s and Bonham’s are holding sales of Russian art and Works of Art next week in London. Bloomberg predicts a defining sale:

“Next week’s auctions will see strong results for top lots,” said Bekkerman, owner of New York-based ABA Gallery. “There’s a perception that Russian art is too high priced, but keep an eye on Goncharova, Larionov, Yakovlev, and Aivazovsky.” Read the rest of this entry »