The Collection of Hubert de Givenchy at Christie's
The couturier’s huge collection of modern art, 18th-century furniture and decorative objects is the subject of a landmark three-part auction at Christie’s Paris
On February 2, 1952, Hubert de Givenchy presented his first haute couture collection in Paris. Seventy years later, Christie's has the great honor to announce the sale of his exceptional art collection. The collection is composed of masterworks from the elegant Hôtel d'Orrouer in Paris and the magical Château du Jonchet just a short drive south of the capital. These works will go under the hammer in Paris from June 14-17 (live sales) and from June 8-23, 2022 (online sales).
A major figure in the world of haute couture and fashion, just the name of Hubert de Givenchy embodies the quintessence of elegance, and much more broadly of le Grand Goût français. During his long life, he gathered an exceptional collection of furniture and works of art together with modern masterpieces which he arranged in his various homes with the same high standards, creativity and sense of absolute refinement as those he demonstrated as a couturier.
Le Salon vert à l’Hôtel d’Orrouer, as captured by Pierre Bergian. Courtesy of Christie's
The general public will be able to rediscover his taste through the more than 1,000 lots that will be shown in Paris as of 8 June. A selection of works from the collection will tour the world, and his vision and taste will be recognized with numerous planned discussions and events.
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