Christie's will host its first live auction of handbags and accessories this year, showcasing a meticulously curated selection of the most coveted handbags currently on the market. The July 10th sale is led by the sensational Hermès Matte Gris Cendré Himalaya Niloticus Crocodile Diamond Birkin (HK$1,000,000 – 1,500,000 / US$130,000 – 190,000).
From rare and bespoke designs to runway pieces, luxury accessories and fine lifestyle items, this auction will offer luxury aficionados from around the world the ideal opportunity to acquire these highly desirable items with estimates ranging from HK$ 10.000 to HK$1.000.000.
Winsy Tsang, Vice President and Head of Sale, Bags & Accessories, Christie's Asia Pacific, commented: “We are thrilled to kick off our live Bags & Accessories auction at Christie's with an exciting range of colorful designs that match perfectly to the summer palette. The outstanding performance of our recent 'The Power of Color' online sale demonstrates an ongoing appetite from global collectors and we look forward to continuing that momentum during our live sale in July.”
BIRKINS OF HIMALAYAS
The alluring Hermès Himalaya Birkin is known as the holy grail of handbags for its impeccable craftsmanship and very limited quantity worldwide. Continuing the record-breaking results of previous seasons, this sale will offer two Himalayan masterpieces, including an extremely rare Matte Cisré Himalaya in Himalayan Crocodile Diamond Birkin 30 with 18k white gold and Diamond hardware debuting at auction at Christie's.
HERMES, 2013
HK$1.000.000 – 1.500.000 / US$130.000 – 190.000
