Christie’s, London, Taste of the Royal Court: Important French Furniture and Works of Art from a Private Collection, 9 July
Opposition from heritage groups changes the embattled foundation’s plans
The Lygia Clark foundation has temporarily stopped authenticating works by the artist
Whether a new concept or just another way to sell art, themed shows are bringing in business
Sotheby’s, London, Old Master and British Paintings Evening Sale, 8 July
Exhibitors cater to the luxury goods crowd but fine art still takes centre stage
Auction house is contributing towards the artist’s production costs
New book explores some of the myths of the international trade
Record prices spark interest in protagonist of Milan art scene
Neil Stokoe, R.B Kitaj and David Hockney were in the same year
Book tells of Nadia Plesner’s three-year battle to clear her name after luxury fashion company took offence at her drawing of a designer bag
Museo Reina Sofia acknowledges eye-watering figure in press statement
Only works produced in artist’s lifetime will be included
Museums and the trade want to put an end to the Catch-22 situation with Medici and Becchina
Changing tastes, as much as changing economic conditions, could bring a halt to the seemingly inexorable rise at the top end of the market
Bruun Rasmussen, Copenhagen, Jørn Utzon Collection, 9-11 June