Sotheby's - 19th-Century European Paintings & Works of Art, Featuring An Independent Eye: Property from Jack Kilgore & Co.

Executive Summary

The Sotheby’s 19th-Century European Paintings & Works of Art sale, featuring pieces from the esteemed Jack Kilgore & Co, offered a compelling mix of art from fin-de-siècle Parisian art to Belgian Symbolism. The auction presented 172 lots, of which 127 were sold, achieving a sell-through rate of 73.8%. The total auction value, including the buyer's premium, was $4.6 million, while the total hammer price reached $3.8 million, falling short of the total median estimate of $5.3 million. The auction underperformed with a hammer ratio of 71.3%, suggesting market hesitancy or misaligned estimates.