
Journal
Articles & Interviews
Here at Webb’s we are fortunate to come into contact with a myriad of objects that carry with them a rich legacy of narratives, histories, traditions, and bursts of genius (or pure luck!).
In the following articles and interviews, we talk with our specialists to discuss their expert knowledge, we also explore insights from artists, academics, and trend-setters to discover what cultural alchemy is behind the objects that come through our doors.
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From Royal Tours to Race Tracks: The Power of Provenance in Car Collecting
Provenance gives classic cars their soul—linking them to royalty, racing legends, or design icons. Webb’s showcases how a vehicle’s history can drive both value and cultural significance.
Asian Art: The Nick and Susan Aucutt Collection
Webb’s presents the Nick and Susan Aucutt Collection—rare Asian ceramics and artefacts shaped by decades in Singapore. Join the live auction on Sunday 14 September, 2pm.
A Curated Auction of Iconic Design
Webb’s Design Edit showcases collectible design from New Zealand and beyond, including standout pieces by Eames, Backhouse, and the Bouroullec brothers.
Webb’s Partners with Te Uru
Webb’s is proud to support Te Uru Waitākere Contemporary Gallery’s 2025 art auction fundraiser, lending its auctioneering expertise for the second year running. Featuring works by leading contemporary artists, the ‘New Winds’ catalogue celebrates West Auckland’s vibrant arts scene and offers collectors a chance to invest in Aotearoa’s creative future.
Te Papa Foundation X Webb's—Auction & Partnership Announcement
Webb’s is proud to announce a landmark partnership with the Te Papa Foundation. From an online auction to a live fundraising auction, discover how this collaboration champions Aotearoa’s cultural heritage through art, generosity, and shared purpose.
Performance Under Pressure: The Rolex Sea Dweller 1665 Double Red Mark III
Webb’s Important Jewels, Watches & Luxury Accessories auction showcases rare timepieces—from iconic Rolex and vintage Omega to modern Montblanc innovations. Explore full sets, unique dials, and watches with rich provenance, all open for bidding now.
Catalogue Foreword—Important Jewels, Watches & Luxury Accessories July
Led by Christine Power, the collection features rare Hermès Birkins, heritage timepieces, and fine jewels—curated to reflect enduring value and refined taste in the New Zealand market.
Essay | Brent Wong: Building with Landscape and Clouds
Brent Wong’s surreal, dreamlike landscapes offer more than a striking vision of New Zealand’s natural environment—they probe the uneasy relationship between permanence and transience, nature and human presence.
Essay | Ralph Hotere’s Requiem (B) (For Tony)
A series of posters to complement Billy Apple's architectural interventions of art galleries in the late 1970s and early 80s serve as an early indication of the graphic template that was to become the artist's enduring signature. In this essay, writer, curator and editor Christina Barton explores the context and history of this poster ahead of its auction through Works of Art live sale on Monday 28 July, 6.30pm.
Essay | Billy Apple: Exposé
A series of posters to complement Billy Apple's architectural interventions of art galleries in the late 1970s and early 80s serve as an early indication of the graphic template that was to become the artist's enduring signature. In this essay, writer, curator and editor Christina Barton explores the context and history of this poster ahead of its auction through Works of Art live sale on Monday 28 July, 6.30pm.
Works of Art - Winter 2025 - Foreword
A stellar cohort of female, Māori artists is leading the charge in this particular catalogue, celebrating voices that have long shaped Aotearoa’s visual art landscape.
Wāhine Māori Artists Take Centre Stage in Art Auction
A stellar cohort of female, Māori artists is leading the charge in this particular catalogue, celebrating voices that have long shaped Aotearoa’s visual art landscape.
New Benchmark Set for Asian Art Auctions in New Zealand
Prestigious provenance of two, private collections drives Asian Art Auction to unprecedented results, including the new record for Asian Art single owner collection in the country.
Moa Bones in Webb’s Material Culture Auction
Among the many treasures in our Material Culture auction is something truly exceptional—authentic moa bones.
Range Rover: From Farmhouse to Townhouse
Webb's latest Collectors' Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia auction to offer two classic Range Rovers—a CSK and a Vogue.
Meet the Team—Our Fine Jewels, Watches & Luxury Accessories Department
With experience in some of the most prestigious luxury retailers in the world, our Fine Jewels, Watches & Luxury Accessories team are known for their deep industry knowledge and relationships with their clients.
July Collectors’ Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia
Our July Collectors’ Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia catalogue is online now and presents a rich offering of vehicles each telling its own story. Specialist Chris Wiseman introduces the catalogue.
Iconic Boom Box to be Auctioned
This 1986-released 'Disco Lite'—a totally bodacious piece of music engineering designed to bring the nightclub experience to the streets— is lot 68 in our current online auction The Estate.
An Interview with Jack Trolove and Stevei Houkāmau
Webb’s Wellington will be presenting two concurrent solo shows by Jack Trolove and Stevei Houkāmau from 17.06.25 — 12.07.25. We spoke to the artists.
An Interview with Antiquities Expert Robert Loosley
Our latest Material Culture Live catalogue includes 16 items of antiquity sourced by the esteemed Robert Loosley of Antiquarius. We speak to Loosley about these special auction pieces and the history behind them.
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