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The 6 Auctions to Bid on in April

From Marc Chagall’s dreamlike compositions to rare jewels in Paris, these are the six auction events around the world you won’t want to miss this month.

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"Girl Fleeing" by HUGHIE LEE-SMITH (1915 - 1999) featured in the African American Art auction. Courtesy of Swann Auction Galleries.

Each month, Culture Lounge curates the most exciting global auctions, spotlighting extraordinary finds across art, design, watches, and collectibles. From modern masterpieces to historic gems, these auctions define cultural excellence and craftsmanship. Whether you're a collector or simply captivated by the thrill of the bid, this series offers a glimpse into the market’s most sought-after treasures. Stay tuned for our must-watch auctions, where history, rarity, and artistry converge.

Marc Chagall Paris signed in ink monotype printed in colours on Japon nacré paper plate: 400 by 500 mm. 15¾ by 19⅝ in. sheet: 568 by 765 mm. 22⅜ by 30⅛ in. Executed in 1965; this work is unique. Estimate : 40,000 - 50,000 EUR. Credit: © Sotheby’s / Art Digital Studio.

Sotheby’s: Marc Chagall – La Symphonie des Rêves

What: A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire works from the estate of Marc Chagall, this Sotheby’s Paris sale includes paintings, drawings, and ceramics from the artist’s private collection. Expect deeply personal pieces that showcase his poetic, dreamlike vision.

Bid On: Le Peintre et les Amoureux, a luminous composition featuring Chagall’s signature floating figures, doves, and musicians.

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Samia Halaby (B. 1936) Water Lilies, 2013 Modern and Contemporary Middle Eastern Art Online, Dubai, 24 April – 8 May Estimate: USD 100,000-150,000. Photo by: © 2025 Christie’s Images Limited

Christie’s: Modern & Contemporary Middle Eastern Art Online

What: Run out of Dubai, this auction offers an exciting selection of artworks that reflect the region’s dynamic art scene. Highlighting the rich and diverse artistic production from the Gulf, the Levant, Iraq, Iran and North Africa, it features celebrated modern and contemporary names and has strong female representation by artists including Etel Adnan, Helen Khal, Huguette Caland, Malika Agueznay, Rabab Nemr, Tala Madani and Laila Shawa.

Bid On: Water Lilies, a mesmerising canvas from 2013 by pioneering female abstract painter Samia Halaby, whose work was recently included in the 60thVenice Biennale and was awarded a special mention by the Jury.

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A diamond necklace, circa 1840. The link chain is designed as a stylised bow, suspending two briolette-cut diamonds. Offered with an estimate of €50,000- 70,000. Courtesy of Bonhams.

Bonhams: Paris Jewels

What: Timeless elegance defines this sale, where antique, vintage, and contemporary jewels from prestigious maisons like Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Bulgari will be up for auction. Whether seeking Art Deco statement pieces or modern classics, this sale offers something for every collector.

Bid On: A stunning 1920s Cartier diamond and sapphire bracelet, embodying the height of Art Deco sophistication.

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This captivating artwork, Sunset, was created in 1972 by the American pop artist Andy Warhol. The piece is currently valued at an estimated range between $100,000 and $150,000. The artwork is protected by copyright, with the 2025 Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. holding the rights, and is licensed through the Artists Rights Society (ARS).

Christie’s: Prints and Multiples

What: A collector’s dream, this auction showcases limited-edition prints from blue-chip artists such as Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, and Roy Lichtenstein. A chance to own iconic works at a range of price points.

Bid On: A signed screenprint of Warhol’s Marilyn Monroe, an enduring symbol of pop culture’s golden era.

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Left: Thèophile Gautier's "Lettre à la Présidente: Voyage en Italie 1850" is an original calligraphic manuscript from circa 1900 Paris, lavishly illustrated with erotic and scatological watercolors by Henri Maigrot, documenting Gautier's provocative account of his October 1850 Italian journey. Estimate: $1500-$2000. Right: Salvador Dali created an illustrative series for Dante's work, commissioned by the Italian government in 1957 to commemorate the 700th anniversary of the author's birth, with each volume containing a rare decomposition suite of illustrations. Estimate: $7000-$10000. Image credits: DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers.

Doyle: Rare Books, Autographs & Maps

What: A bibliophile’s treasure trove, this auction features a distinguished selection of rare books, historic autographs, and collectible maps. Highlights span early printing and incunabula, Americana, fine bindings, private press editions, and illustrated works. Manuscripts, letters, and illustration art add a personal touch to this curated sale.

Bid On: A rare 18th-century map of the Americas, offering a glimpse into the cartographic history of the New World.

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The Green Room is a wonderful, significant example of Romare Bearden's inventive collage. The artwork is a great evocation of both Bearden's keen experimentation and deep sense of art history. Estimate: $150,000 - $250,000. Courtesy of Swann Auction Galleries.

Swann Auction Galleries: African American Art

What: A showcase of groundbreaking works from pioneering African American artists, spanning postwar abstraction to contemporary figurative painting. This auction highlights the cultural and historical significance of these visionaries.

Bid On: A powerful mixed-media composition by Romare Bearden, capturing the vibrancy and storytelling of the Harlem Renaissance.

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