Christie's Auction House
Quick Facts
- Location
- USA, New York
- Category
- Shopping
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Opening Hours
- Mon-Sat 10:00-17:00; Sunday varies by exhibition schedule
- Ticket Price
- Previews free; auction participation requires registration
- Address
- 20 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY, USA
- Coordinates
- 40.7590, -73.9780
Introduction
Christie's is one of the world's oldest and largest art auction houses, with its New York headquarters located at 20 Rockefeller Plaza in the heart of Rockefeller Center on Fifth Avenue. Founded by James Christie in London in 1766, the auction house has over 250 years of history and operates branches in major art capitals including New York, London, Paris, Hong Kong, and Shanghai. The New York headquarters features an elegant exterior and spacious, refined exhibition interiors that display upcoming auction lots of fine art, antiques, jewelry, and watches year-round. Christie's has set numerous world auction records, including legendary sales of works by Leonardo da Vinci, Picasso, and Monet. Auction previews are open to the public free of charge, allowing visitors to appreciate priceless art treasures up close and experience the ultimate charm of the art market. Formal auctions require registration to attend, with an atmosphere that is intense and solemn.
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FAQ
What are the opening hours of Christie's Auction House?
Mon-Sat 10:00-17:00; Sunday varies by exhibition schedule
How much is the admission for Christie's Auction House?
Previews free; auction participation requires registration
Any practical tips for visiting Christie's Auction House?
Review the website calendar to choose interesting preview periods to visit Smart business attire is recommended for previews and auctions
How long should I spend at Christie's Auction House?
A typical visit takes 1 hour.
