Icons of Interior Design – Part one – December 2024

Property from interiors designed by icons in the world of interior design highlights the Icons of Interior Design sale, offering a glimpse into the rarefied world of interiors at the highest level.  The sale will take place in two parts: on Wednesday, December 11 at 2pm and Thursday, December 12 at 10am. More information will be provided in advance of the catalogue launch on November 27, 2024.  

Respected for his connoisseurship and imagination, interior designer and architect Robert Couturier has been at the top of his profession for decades, named annually to Architectural Digest’s prestigious list of the world’s best designers, his name synonymous with sophistication and whimsy. Included in this sale is furniture, decorations and fine art from his New York residence.  

Complementing the Continental style of the Couturier interior is property from a residence in The Carlyle House designed by the classic English firm Colefax and Fowler and Lady Vivian Greenock. English country house design was finessed by Greenock to create a layered effect that resulted in a coveted and subtle “undecorated” look.   

Celebrated for his rich layers of texture and color, Renzo Mongiardino was a visionary designer with the unparalleled ability to blend art, history, and drama into his interiors. Regarded as one of the most sought-after designers of the 20th century, this sale features property from New York interiors that show his classic sense of romance and grandeur.  

Renowned collector and interior designer Ann Getty was known for her luxurious, opulent interiors. Her interest in the finest materials and craftsmanship, the preservation of antiques, and the integrity of architectural spaces led her to create exceptional spaces for herself and her clients. Included in the sale are decorations from her personal collection.   

Collector and socialite Patricia Altschul worked closely with designer Mario Buatta on the interiors of her home in Charleston, SC, collaborating to restore and revive the historic house that was honored by the Preservation Charleston Society of Charleston. Included in the sale is a selection of decorative arts that represents the ebullient and singular style of Mario Buatta.   

Known for a sophisticated blend of classical French style with a modern sensibility, Dee de Ganay interiors are both timeless and inviting. Property from a New York apartment and a Southampton home showcase the best of the de Ganay style, with an emphasis on color, harmony, and lived-in luxury.  

CATALOGUE ONLINE:
Wednesday, November 27