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Articles & Interviews
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.
In the following articles and interviews, we talk with our specialists to dive into their expert knowledge, and explore insights from artists and academics to discover what cultural alchemy is behind the objects that come through our doors.
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Designer Feature: Tom Dixon
From punk rocker to global design star. We explore this seminal creative’s ideas and products ahead of his arrival in New Zealand as headline keynote speaker at Auckland Design Week 2026.
The Case for Craftsmanship in a Flatpack Age
In an era of fast-furniture and rising waste, choosing antique, vintage, mid-century classics and designer pieces is both a practical and principled act.
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.
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.
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.
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
Behind the Scenes of The Estate
The Estate consigns, catalogues and photographs almost 1,000 lots a fortnight, here’s how!
Sara Black | The Estate at Home
Sara Black - co-founder of Index, Island and The Art Paper magazines
Benjamin Alexander | The Estate at Home
Benjamin Alexander - Fashion Designer & Webb’s Collector
Finding Cash in the Garage
The Estate at Webb’s Turns Unearthed Treasures Into Unexpected Windfalls
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