Giquello auction proceeds despite Mexico’s objections to 62 lots
Giquello & Associés proceeded with its November 22 Paris sale of pre-Columbian art. Mexican authorities identified 62 lots as archaeological monuments under Mexican law and asked the auctioneer to withdraw them. Officials also reported lodging complaints. Artnet reported sales of €314,167, below the presale estimate. Image: ceramic figures offered at the sale, courtesy of Giquello & Associés.
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