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CYCLADIC FIGURE BRINGS RECORD PRICE AT CHRISTIE’S

Christie’s Antiquities sale on 9 December was highlighted by an 11 ½ inch Cycladic marble reclining female figure, circa 2400 B.C. The piece of one of twelve known by the “Schuster Master,” so-called for this piece which once belonged to Swiss collector Marion Schuster. This example, which is the only complete work from the artist to survive, has never been up for auction before. It was last on the market in 2006, when the Aboutaam brothers, owners of Phoenix Ancient Art, exhibited it in their booth at the Paris Biennale. The piece was sold shortly after that to a private collector who consigned it to Christie’s for sale on TK December. The idol sold for $16,882,500, against presale expectations of $3-5 million. The price was a new auction record for a Cycladic marble figure, eclipsing the previous auction record of $2.09 million, paid at Sotheby’s for a Cycladic head in December 1988.

Neolithic to Nebuchadnezzar

  Phoenix Ancient t Art, Winged griffin flanking a scared tree, Phoenician, ca. 8th century B.C., ivory, H 10.6 cm   [Hicham] Aboutaam notes, “There are people who collect both Classical and Near Eastern art, but not everybody does that. Those who like Near Eastern art in general, feel that it is historically and archeologically superior to Classical art. Those who… (more…)

Bronze Figure of Serapis Seated on a Throne at Phoenix Ancient Art

One of the many  antiques available from Hicham and Ali Aboutaam at Phoenix Ancient Art is this thirdpcentury Bronze Figure of Serapis seated on a Throne.  Serapis was quite popular during the Hellenistic period , with a large temple located in Alexandria and another famous one in Memphis.  His successful cult spread throughout the Mediterranean basin.  This small bronze, and… (more…)

New Rules for Ancient Art

Antiquities dealers like Hicham and Ali Aboutaam, co-owners of Phoenix Ancient Art believe that dealers must change with the changing standards.

The Aboutaam’s, Etruscan and Villanovan Art

Gems sold by Phoenix Ancient Art span many time periods throughout history including the Villanovian Era. One such piece, currently on sale through the web is the Villanovian bronze figurine, typical of art history during the time.

Gallery Walk Features Phoenix Ancient Art

Included among the 50 participating galleries is Phoenix Ancient Art, whose New York branch, located at 47 East 66th Street, is right smack in the middle of this year’s event.

Aboutaam at the Palm Beach Antiques Fair

Each year, Palm Beach hosts a fantastic antiques fair, showing antiques from more than  90 dealers.  Called the Palm Beach/America’s Fine Art & Antique Fair, this fair attracts the best antique dealers from around the world who  display their possessions. The 2007 fair, with its new director Dr. Michale Mezzatesta, lasted for 11 days with an invitation-only preview.  The opening night saw… (more…)

The Changing Face of Antique Buying

Today, the purchase of antiques has a new face.  As described on CNNMoney.com, antique purchasing has become more mainstream.  This is particularly true in America.  While antiques have always been of interest to the highly wealthy, the antiques world in America is finding more regular Americans participating in  auctions. Last year at Sotheby’s Antiquities sales the auction house was packed –… (more…)

What are Hellenistic Antiques?

If you’re looking for an outstanding show piece, or a terrific investment, Hellenistic antiques are a great choice.  Phoenix Ancient Art offers a large selection of breathtaking Hellenistic antiqued dating from the 3rs to the 1st centuries B.C.,  when Greek art was produced under the influence of Alexander the Greet and his successors.It was a time  great prosperity.  The antiques from this period… (more…)

Going Once, Twice, Sold on E-tiquities of Phoenix Ancient Art

The Aboutaam brothers, Hicham and Ali instituted e-tiquities in May, 2009.

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