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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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.
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.
The Beatles Autographs
In June of 1964 Timaru’s Christopher Watson won a competition to meet the world’s most successful band of all time: The Beatles. Webb’s is now auctioning the printed menu that the Fab Four autographed for him as a memento of their time together.
A Masterpiece of Taiwanese Thangka Art
Webb's Asian Art Department in association with the The Padma Ati Buddhist Institute is proud to present the exhibition: The Power of Sky Dancer 虚空舞妙力 ༄།།ལྷ་མོའི་ནུས་སྟོབས།.
An Interview with Multimedia Artist Max Patté
To coincide with the show Colours of Home – Selling Exhibition at Webb’s Wellington, we speak to Max Patté about his first solo show in New Zealand in over a decade.
Engineered for Change: The Corvette C4
Webb's current Collectors' Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia auction to offer a thrilling 1991 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 .
An Interview with Artist Matthew Browne
To coincide with the show Three Generations, four painters – Selling Exhibition at Webb’s Wellington, we speak to Matthew Browne about an exhibition that combines three generations of his family.
Into the Abyss
Up for auction in Webb's Works of Art live auction is a hypnotising abstract painting by Gretchen Albrecht which shows the artist's highly unique visual language.
Not your average commute: The McLaren GT
Webb's current Collectors' Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia auction offers an every day vehicle with the rare soul of a supercar: A 2021 McLaren GT.
Is this the most exclusive modern Mercedes-Benz?
Webb's April Collectors' Cars, Motorcycles & Automobilia auction to offer a very rare 2005 CLK DTM AMG
Goldie's First Masterpiece up for Auction
Still life by the iconic painter is in Webb’s March Works of Art live auction catalogue
Auckland Design Week x Webb’s Event
Launching an auction catalogue along with a panel discussion
The Story of a Rare Split Enz Artwork
Original Painting in Webb’s Select online art auction.
Aotearoa by Design
New Zealand creations that have defined the country’s design language through the decades.
Rare Harry Potter Book up for Auction
Pottermania Casts a Spell at The Estate’s fortnightly sale at Webb’s
The Return of a Huia Feather to Iwi
Facilitating the Return of Significant Huia Feather to Iwi