Christie’s announces record half year sales of £2.9 billion, up 8% ($4.5 billion, up 0%) on the same period for 2014.1 Results were underpinned by strong results across numerous categories including Impressionist and Modern, Post-War and Contemporary Art and Asian Art. The company has focused on curatorial innovation and a revised sales calendar to attract collectors at all levels across all geographies, and continues to invest in online platforms as well as traditional salerooms and Private Sales. New clients represented 24% of buyers. The number of middle market buyers grew by 14% and further reflects the continued commitment of Christie’s to offering art and objects across a broad spectrum of collecting areas and price points. Patricia Barbizet, Christie’s Chief Executive Officer, said: “This season, using thoughtful curatorial innovation, we have worked with our clients to explore different genres,

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