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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Dining Through the Catalogue: Webb’s Fine Wine & Spirits Live Auction Dinner
You have heard of ‘dinner and show,’ now meet ‘dinner and live auction.’ This exciting pop-up concept devised by Webb’s Auction House sees a sophisticated dinner menu, beverages and a live auction all expertly paired for maximum delectability. And… who knows, you might even walk away with that bottle you have always dreamed of for your personal collection.
Pretty in Pink: The Allure and Rarity of Pink Diamonds
Discover the mystique and value of pink diamonds featured in Webb’s Important Jewels, Watches & Luxury Accessories auction. With three exceptional pink stones on offer, this event showcases the rarity, beauty, and investment potential of nature’s most coveted gems.
Catalogue Foreword—Important Jewels, Watches & Luxury Accessories November
It is with immense pleasure we present our November Important Jewels, Watches & Luxury Accessories superb offering. This collection embodies a perfect blend centred around a Scandinavian design principle: simplicity and practicality, ensuring every element has a purpose.
Webb’s Returns to Dedicated Motorcycle Auctions
Submit your classic motorcycle to Webb’s 2026 online auction. Entries now open for standout motorcycles with history and style.
Interview: Yon Yi Sohn - The Wanderers
Yon Yi Sohn forms part of The Wanderers a selling exhibition at Webb’s Wellington. We spoke to the artist about her trajectory, ideas and processes behind the works in this exhibition.
Interview: Jae Hoon Lee - The Wanderers
Jae Hoon Lee forms part of The Wanderers a selling exhibition at Webb’s Wellington. We spoke to the artist about his trajectory, ideas and processes behind the works in this exhibition.
WORKS OF ART: Early Consignments
Explore standout early consignments by Karl Maughan, Don Binney, and Bill Culbert in our upcoming Works of Art live auction. Discover more.
How are gold prices set — and why do they fluctuate?
Is gold worth buying in 2025? Gold hit an all-time high in September 2025 — but what drives its price? Discover how global markets, inflation, currency shifts, and geopolitical events shape the value of gold and gold jewellery.
The 1961 MGA Mark I Charity Auction: A Restoration with Purpose
Webb’s is auctioning a restored 1961 MGA Mark I to support youth education and trades training in Northland, with all proceeds benefiting the I Have a Dream Foundation and Tikipunga High School.
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
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.
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