Christie's - Modern British and Irish Art Day Sale
March 21st, 2024 - London
Executive Summary
The Christie's Modern British and Irish Art Day Sale on March 21, 2024, highlighted the robust demand for British and Irish art of the 20th and 21st centuries, with an impressive sell-through rate of 84.42% and a total auction value of over £5 million. The auction featured prominent collections and offered an array of works that catered to various collector interests, from post-war pieces to contemporary works. Strong performances by Barbara Hepworth and Laurence Stephen Lowry, among others, demonstrated the market's inclination towards established artists with significant historical importance. The sale's results serve as a barometer for the market's valuation of British and Irish art and offer critical insights for collectors.