Homage to the Light Not one, or two, but three paintings by the virtuoso painter… Read More →
Wristwatches have long been more than just timepieces. They are reliable companions in extreme conditions,… Read More →
Dazzling light objects and vibrant canvases: Heinz Mack, co-founder of the ZERO movement and two-time… Read More →
Take a look at the new Dorotheum Magazine Spring is here! And with it the… Read More →
myART MAGAZINE N. 9: out now!
myART MAGAZINE issue 9 is here! We're thrilled to announce that Dorotheum's myART MAGAZINE issue…
A new perspective in art: the early Renaissance
15th-century Florence saw a renewed interest in classical sources and a new interest in naturalistic…
Elisabeth of Austria: Sisi the REAL empress
Sisi's engagement gift Even during her lifetime, numerous myths emerged about Elisabeth of Austria-Hungary (aka. Sisi), and they continue to shape perceptions of her to this day. But “Sisi’s” multifaceted personality is…
Auction Week April 2017: Highlights / Sneak Peek
25 to 27 April 2017 Auction Week featuring old master paintings, 19th century paintings, works of art and jewellery Mythology and history, portraiture and scenery - all seen through the eyes of the…
Museum Selfie Day 2017: 10 great selfies (+1)
Museum Selfie Day 2017 is upon us! We at Dorotheum are voracious consumers of Vienna museum culture, so we couldn’t resist the temptation to join in the fun on our Instagram, Twitter,…
A Dorotheum guide to don’t-miss art exhibitions in Vienna in 2017
The coming year will see many promising exhibitions open in Vienna. A peek at past auction items from Dorotheum provides a good overview of the exciting events to come. Artlovers, prepare to have your interest piqued!
Salt and pepper: experts discuss art’s essential ingredients
Housed at the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna, Benvenuto Cellini’s famous Saliera salt cellar is one of the most eminent artworks in the world. Its spectacular theft and return to the museum some…
Modern Art
Maria Lassnig: Film Star
Film Star Maria Lassnig, a giant of international painting, is the focus of an unconventional anti-biopic by Austrian director Anja Salomonowitz. Entitled Sleeping with a Tiger, the film presents a nuanced and…
