Romanov Dvor became home to the world's largest auction houses with a 300-year history - Sotheby’s and Christie’s and supported the concept of development and art prestige in Russia.
Sotheby's auction house was founded by bookseller Samuel Baker in 1744 in Great Britain. Today it is the largest auction house in the world, which sells art and interior items, jewelry and expensive spirits. Sotheby’s holds over 600 auctions annually.
The auction house Christie's was founded by antiquary James Christie in 1766 in London. Today Christie's is owned by French billionaire François Pinault. Today Christie's has offices in 46 countries and offers a full range of services including art appraisal, art financing, international real estate and education.
The auction house Christie's was founded by antiquary James Christie in 1766 in London. Today Christie's is owned by French billionaire François Pinault. Today Christie's has offices in 46 countries and offers a full range of services including art appraisal, art financing, international real estate and education.