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Christie’s to Auction 3 of Agnes Gund’s Art Jewels

2/13/2026

By Julia Halperin

A Rothko, a Twombly and a Surrealist box with a Medici princess by Joseph Cornell are estimated to sell for $145 million.

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This comprehensive collection highlights modern art masterpieces, including Twombly and other influential artists, directly connecting to the artworks in the Agnes Gund auction and offering timely insights into 20th-century art.

Drawing Modern Works from the Agnes Gund Collection

Carter E. Foster

92%

While focused on Agnes Gund herself, this book provides context about her influence and collection, making it relevant for understanding the significance of the auction.

Gund

Frederic P. Miller

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An exhibition catalog that explores themes of art and morality, offering some contextual relevance but less direct connection to the specific artworks or jewelry focus.

White Collar Crimes

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A bilingual art jewelry book that explores art jewels, making it a timely and relevant read for understanding the intersection of art and jewelry in contemporary and historical contexts.

My star. Blue dream. Art jewels. Jewels of art. Ediz. italiana e inglese

Graziella Paletta

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This book traces Chinese cultural influences in jewelry design, providing a rich historical perspective that complements the Surrealist and Medici themes in the auction items.

Yewn Contemporary Art Jewels and the Silk Road

Juliet Rochefoucauld

70%

Focusing on carved gems and jewelry artistry, this book deepens appreciation for the craftsmanship behind art jewels, aligning well with the auction's jewelry pieces.

Carved Gems, Inspiration & Expertise An Artist Shares Her Journey and Passion for Art, Jewels, Gems

Helen Serras-Herman

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Similar to above, offering artistic inspiration but limited relevance to the auction's focus on high-value art jewels.

JEWELS ART DESIGNS: Sketchbook

REMEMBER TRACKERS J.C.

30%

Similar to above, a historical artifact reproduction with limited direct connection to current art jewelry trends or the auction.

The Jewels of King Art

James Connolly

40%

Similar to previous sketchbooks, offering artistic inspiration but limited direct relevance.

JEWELS ART DESINGS: Sketchbook

REMEMBER TRACKERS J.C.

30%

A historical exploration of royal jewels, providing some context on the significance of jewelry in history, but less connected to contemporary art jewels or the specific pieces in the auction.

Jewels of King Art

James Connolly

40%

A poetic and artistic exploration of jewels and life, offering a contemplative perspective but less directly tied to the auction's high-value artworks.

Jewels: Songs, Art and Poetry

Angela Mary Piraino

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