Christie's announces its participation in the ongoing anniversary celebration initiated by the reissue of Madonna and Saint Laurent from “SEXMadonna and Steven Meisel's 1992 photo book.
As part of the project, Christie's will present Madonna x Meisel – The SEX Photographs an auction of over 40 works, as editions of one, in a live sale to be held in New York on October 6, 2023.
The book SEX in collaboration with Meisel is out
Upon its release in 1992, Madonna's book became a controversial cultural sensation around the world, due to its erotic content and liberated views on sexual self-expression. Envisioned by one of the most influential musicians of all time, “SEX” featured iconic images by Steven Meisel and lyrics written by Madonna in which she introduced her character, Dita. The book remains the best-selling and best-selling coffee table book of all time. In 2022, Madonna and Saint Laurent creative director Anthony Vaccarello celebrated the 30th anniversary with a first-ever reissue of the infamous book with 800 limited edition copies and a first gallery show at Art Basel Miami.
Prior to the auction, a curated selection of photographs will travel to London (May 23 – June 2) and Paris (June 27 – July 6). A part of the proceeds of the sale will go for the benefit of Raising Malawi, in support of orphans and vulnerable children of Malawi with critical resources.
Tour locations and dates
Christie's London: 23 May – 2 June
Christie's Paris: 27 June – 6 July
Christie's New York: 30 September – 6 October
