A Celebration of Distinctive and
Timeless Style

The Classics returns to Paris this Spring, offering rare and exceptional items across European Ceramics, Old Master Paintings, Sculpture, Furniture, Silver, Books and Antiquities.

Highlights include two private collections of porcelain, including The Carlo Colli Collection of Doccia Porcelain, a very rare first printed description of the Amazon region, and an important painting The Wedding Dance by Pieter Brueghel the Younger.

Explore the auctions at our Paris Avenue Hoche saleroom from 3-8 April, or discover more below now.

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The CLASSICS Paris

8 April | Paris, Avenue Hoche

Old Master Paintings

9 April | Paris, Avenue Hoche

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Closer Look: The Wedding Dance by Pieter Brueghel the Younger

Explore Pieter Brueghel the Younger’s vibrant depiction of a rural wedding celebration. With intricate detail and lively energy, The Wedding Dance captures the joy of communal dance amidst nature, offering a fascinating glimpse into 16th-century peasant life.

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Discover the remarkable collection of Graham Slater, meticulously assembled over five decades from prestigious salerooms and the storied shores of the Thames.

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There is still time to submit your collection for The Classics auction in London. Contact our specialist team on theclassics@bonhams.com or visit our online sell hub for a free and confidential auction estimate.