Christie's - First Open | Post-War & Contemporary Art
Thu, Jul 03
|Christie's New York City
A curated celebration of post-war icons and contemporary brilliance. Christie’s First Open returns with a vibrant online auction for collectors at every stage.
Time & Location
Jul 03, 2025, 7:00 PM – Jul 18, 2025, 11:00 PM
Christie's New York City, 20 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10020, USA
About the event
Event Overview
From July 3 at 10:00 AM to July 18 at 10:00 AM EDT, Christie’s New York hosts its highly anticipated First Open | Post-War & Contemporary Art online auction (Sale 23553). This expertly curated event brings together pivotal works from modern masters and groundbreaking contemporary voices—offering fresh opportunities for both emerging and established collectors.
Expect standout pieces from legends like Ernie Barnes, Helen Frankenthaler, Alexander Calder, Keith Haring, George Condo, Jack Whitten, and Jonas Wood, alongside significant private collections including:
Property from the Collection of Samuel M. & Dr. Joyce Lowinson Kootz
Works from the Collection of Sir Anthony Caro
Property from Peggy & Ralph Burnet