Sotheby’s launches $9.7m luxury auction in Abu Dhabi

DUBAI: Sotheby’s has launched a new summer auction in the UAE capital, further strengthening its presence in the Middle East and building on the success of a series of high-profile luxury events held in Abu Dhabi over the past year. Titled “Abu Dhabi Collectors’ Edit: Materiality,” the online sale runs from June 24 to July 10 and is expected to achieve between $6.6 million and $9.7 million. Featuring just over 30 carefully selected lots, the auction explores the role of rare and precious materials in the creation of some of the world’s most sought-after luxury objects.

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