{"product_id":"9781837291984","title":"Icons","description":"Author: Sotheby's\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9781837291984\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Phaidon\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 19 May 2026\u003cbr\u003ePages: 224\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eIcons\u003c\/i\u003e traces the extraordinary heritage of international auction house Sotheby s through 100 of the most significant works sold under its banner. With works spanning across history and mediums   from a 67-million-year-old Tyrannosaurus rex to Maurizio s Cattelan infamous banana   this engaging book offers readers an exclusive glimpse into the journey of each artwork through its arrival in Sotheby s salesroom.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe presentation of these exceptional objects, from some of the most prestigious collections entrusted to Sotheby s, gives behind-the-scenes access to pivotal moments in art-market history. From national icons such as the Constitution and auction sensations such as Banksy s unforgettable, partially shredded Girl Without Balloon, each prized work is shown as a large-format image accompanied by an informative text written by Sotheby s specialists. Select entries also include contextual images   such as the work shown in situ or on the auction floor   as well as immersive quotes from curators, critics in the field and the Sotheby s specialists who brought them to sale.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFrom rediscoveries, to record-breaking lots and  white glove  auctions, every object sold through Sotheby s has a riveting story to tell. Published to coincide with Sotheby s marquee move back to the Breuer   a landmark of the New York art scene, having previously belonged to the Whitney Museum of American Art, and later the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Frick Collection   \u003ci\u003eIcons\u003c\/i\u003e highlights the legacy of the auction house through the masterpieces it has had the privilege of stewarding.","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47860689731742,"sku":"ADS-9781837291984","price":139.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9781837291984.jpg?v=1781570740","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9781837291984","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}