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March’s Must-Bid Auctions

Six exceptional auction items from around the world to watch—and win—this month.

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Philippe Dufour - A stunning and unique pink gold wristwatch with butterfly wings marquetry dial presented at the Phillips Watches Online Auction: The Geneva Sessions Spring 2025. Photo by credit image: Jess Hoffman.

Each month, Culture Lounge curates the most exciting global auctions, spotlighting extraordinary finds across art, design, watches, and collectibles. From rare spirits in Hong Kong to iconic timepieces in Geneva, 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.

Glazed terre de faïence rectangular dish, 1953 by Pablo Picasso. Courtesy of Swann Auction Galleries.

Swann Auction Galleries: 19th & 20th Century Art

What: This extraordinary selection of 19th & 20th-century art features works from masters of Impressionism, Modernism, and beyond. It’s a rare opportunity to acquire pieces that define pivotal artistic movements.

Bid On: Works by José Clemente Orozco, a leading Mexican muralist, known for his powerful, socially charged works.

F.P.Journe Tourbillon with a rubelite dial. Photo by: Jess Hoffman.

Phillips Watches Online Auction: The Geneva Sessions Spring 2025

What: A curated selection of timepieces from the world’s most sought-after brands. Expect vintage rarities and contemporary masterpieces that capture horological excellence.

Bid On: An intricate and rare stainless steel tourbillon by Audemars Piguet with skeletonized dial and bracelet, made in a limited edition of 100 pieces, circa 2017.

David Hockney, Between Kilham and Langtoft, 2006. Credit: CHRISTIE’S IMAGES LTD. 2025.

Christie's: 20th and 21st Century, London

What: The flagship 20th/21st Century: London Evening Sale brings together pioneering figures of Impressionist and modern art, including Tamara de Lempicka, Franz Marc and Egon Schiele, alongside the masters of post-war and contemporary, such as Francis Bacon, David Hockney, Jean-Michel Basquiat and Jenny Saville. 

Bid On: La lumière du pôle by René Magritte, courtesy of a private German collection that was once the collection of Sophia Loren and Carlo Ponti.

Hanyu 10 of Spades, the most sought-after bottle in the legendary Hanyu Cards Series. Courtesy of Sothebys.

Sotheby's: Finest and Rarest Spirits

What: Sotheby's Hong Kong's "Finest and Rarest Spirits" auction showcases an exceptional collection featuring Scotch, Japanese Whisky, and Moutai. The curated selection includes products from over 50 distilleries and 30 independent bottlers, focusing on rare and highly sought-after items.

Bid On: The extremely rare Hakushu 30 Year Old (1 of only 15).

A 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. Courtesy of Gooding & Company's / Amelia Island Auctions.

The Amelia Auction 2025

What: Broad Arrow will host its third auction at the Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island. The auction will feature diverse offerings including pre-war American and European classics, motorsport icons, and modern supercars.

Bid On: The 1988 Ferrari Testarossa features distinctive red valve covers and connects to Ferrari's legendary racing heritage.

Oil on canvas by José Clemente Orozco, circa 1931. Courtesy of CHRISTIE’S IMAGES LTD. 2025.

Christie's: Latin American Art

What: Christie's online-only auction presents a diverse collection spanning from colonial times to contemporary works. This comprehensive sale offers both new and experienced collectors an opportunity to engage with this rich artistic category.

Bid On: The collection of mixographs by Rufino Tamayo.
The Ultimate Collection The Impossible Collection of Whiskey
$1,400
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The Ultimate Collection Rare Cars: The World's Most Exclusive Rides
$2,500
Best Seller
The Ultimate Collection Pablo Picasso: The Impossible Collection
$1,200

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