No, this is not an entry in the “financial scandal of the moment” contest but rather something a bit more upbeat!
My fascination with the Christie’s auction of the Pierre Berge/Yves Saint Laurent collection in Paris this week proved a worthy subject as the sale accelerated past initial estimates of $255 million to a final sale price of $484 million. The 733 pieces making up the collection of these noted lovers, friends and business partners marked records both in the art and decorative art categories.
Much has been written of the provenance, prices, scandals and sentiments circling around the sale and to this burgeoning file I will not add. My one observation would be that of the delicious validation this sale has offered, despite the world’s financial turmoil, to the pursuit of beauty and refinement.
We may not aspire to the “real money” which Mr. Berge notes opened the opportunity for collecting to the pair in the early 1970’s but we can honor the impulse and mimic the efforts of gathering objects we treasure, even when valued only by our own hearts. I have for years encouraged friends and clients to collect; to find something which occupies their interest and to invest time gathering to themselves the best examples possible.
It matters not if these items are precious or prevalent the question is how you perceive them in your living environment and then how you elect to share this passion with those who are guests in your home. Sharing your collection (thank you Mr. Berge) extends personal charm in a manner which no amount of money can buy. You and your guests will be richer for the experience.
Here is a picture of Mr. Saint Laurent’s Paris Living Room taken around 1977. Note the Eileen Gray Serpent Chair in the foreground which set a record at auction for 20th Century furniture; selling this week for $29 million.
Enjoy!
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