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في هذه الأيام المباركة، يزداد إيماننا بأن الجمال والفن يجمعان القلوب، ويذكراننا بما يوحدنا في أعمق إنسانيتنا. نبعث بكل م...
20/03/2026

في هذه الأيام المباركة، يزداد إيماننا بأن الجمال والفن يجمعان القلوب، ويذكراننا بما يوحدنا في أعمق إنسانيتنا. نبعث بكل محبتنا لهذا البلد الذي نفخر بأن نسمّيه موطناً لنا، ونتمنى للجميع السلام.

كل عام وأنتم بخير. من عائلة إستوري للمزادات.

This Eid, we are reminded that art has always been humanity’s most enduring language — one that speaks across borders, beyond differences, and toward what we share. 🌙

We send our love to the UAE, the country we are proud to call home, and wish everyone, everywhere, peace.

رمضان كريم!مع بداية شهر رمضان المبارك، نتقدم بأحر التهاني لمجتمعنا الكريم. نتمنى لكم شهراً مليئاً بالسلام والتأمل واللحظ...
17/02/2026

رمضان كريم!
مع بداية شهر رمضان المبارك، نتقدم بأحر التهاني لمجتمعنا الكريم. نتمنى لكم شهراً مليئاً بالسلام والتأمل واللحظات الجميلة مع الأحبة.
يشرفنا أن نكون جزءاً من مجتمع نابض بالحياة يقدر التراث والفن والثقافة. نتمنى لكم شهراً مليئاً بالفرح والتجارب الهادفة.
رمضان مبارك من جميع أفراد فريق استوري للمزادات.

الصورة: جواد سليم، "جامع حيدر خانة"
المتحف الوطني الأردني للفنون الجميلة.

Ramadan Kareem!
As the blessed month of Ramadan begins, we extend our warmest wishes to our community. May this special time bring you peace, reflection, and moments of connection with loved ones.
We are honored to be part of a vibrant community that values heritage, artistry, and culture. Wishing you a month filled with joy and meaningful experiences.
Ramadan Mubarak from all of us at Estuary Auctions.

PHOTO: Jawad Saleem, “Haider Khana Mosque” Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts

An exploration of how the domestic interior evolved into a space of spectacle during the height of the Second Empire.Fro...
12/12/2025

An exploration of how the domestic interior evolved into a space of spectacle during the height of the Second Empire.

From gilded furnishings and opulent fabrics to the eclectic revival of historical styles, the article traces how craftsmanship, industry and a desire for grandeur shaped the visual language of Napoleon III’s France.

In the second half of the 19th century, France experienced one of its most theatrical and spectacular seasons. In 1852, Louis Napoleon Bonaparte, nephew of the famous Napoleon I, proclaimed himself Emperor under the name Napoleon III and transformed Paris into a dazzling, modern and ambitious capita...

Bohemian glass is often admired for its brilliance, colour and ornate beauty, but its story goes far deeper.Born in the ...
05/12/2025

Bohemian glass is often admired for its brilliance, colour and ornate beauty, but its story goes far deeper.

Born in the forests of Central Europe, this craft evolved through centuries of innovation: from wheel-engraved goblets for imperial courts to the iridescent curves of Art Nouveau and the bold sculptural visions of the twentieth century.

In our latest article, we explore how Bohemia became one of the world’s most influential centres for glassmaking, shaping techniques, aesthetics and traditions that still define the art of glass today.

Explore the centuries-long history of Bohemian glass, from its origins in the forests of Central Europe to its evolution into engraved goblets, Art Nouveau masterpieces and modern studio glass. A journey through craftsmanship, innovation and the art of capturing light.

Celebrating the spirit of unity that shaped the United Arab Emirates.On this Eid Al Etihad, we honor a nation where heri...
01/12/2025

Celebrating the spirit of unity that shaped the United Arab Emirates.
On this Eid Al Etihad, we honor a nation where heritage, creativity and vision come together to build a vibrant cultural future.
Happy UAE National Day!

Please note that we will be closed on Tuesday, December 2, and will resume regular operations on Wednesday, December 3.

نحتفل بروح الوحدة التي شكّلت دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة.
في عيد الاتحاد، نكرّم وطناً يجتمع فيه التراث والإبداع والرؤية لبناء مستقبل ثقافي مزدهر.
يوم وطني إماراتي سعيد.
نود إعلامكم بأننا سنكون مغلقين يوم الثلاثاء ٢ ديسمبر، وسنستأنف عملنا كالمعتاد يوم الأربعاء ٣ ديسمبر

Porcelain can seem delicate and decorative, yet behind each piece there is a whole universe of ideas, influences and cre...
28/11/2025

Porcelain can seem delicate and decorative, yet behind each piece there is a whole universe of ideas, influences and creativity.

In this article we look at how three great manufactories interpreted the world around them, turning everyday objects into reflections of taste, fashion and curiosity.

قد تبدو الخزفيات رقيقة وزخرفية فحسب، لكن خلف كل قطعة عالم كامل من الأفكار والتأثيرات والإبداع.
في هذا المقال نستكشف كيف قدّمت ثلاث مصانع كبرى رؤيتها للعالم من حولها، وحوّلت الأدوات اليومية إلى انعكاس للذوق والموضة والفضول.

A journey through European porcelain from Meissen, Sèvres and Ginori, exploring how courts, diplomacy and cross cultural inspirations shaped the continent’s taste in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.

Glass has travelled through centuries of skill, experimentation and imagination.From the ancient workshops of Mesopotami...
14/11/2025

Glass has travelled through centuries of skill, experimentation and imagination.

From the ancient workshops of Mesopotamia to the visionary creations of Murano, Lalique and Daum, its story reveals how a simple fusion of sand and fire became one of the most expressive forms of art.

Light, colour and transparency come together to create objects that are not only crafted but truly conceived as art.

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قطع الزجاج رحلة تمتد عبر قرون من المهارة والتجريب والخيال. من ورش ميزوبوتاميا القديمة إلى الإبداعات المبتكرة في مورانو ولاليك ودوام، تكشف قصته كيف تحولت البساطة المكوّنة من الرمل والنار إلى واحدة من أكثر أشكال الفن قدرة على التعبير. يجتمع الضوء واللون والشفافية ليشكّلوا قطعاً ليست مصنوعة فقط، بل مُبدعة بروح فنية حقيقية. الرابط في السيرة.

The art history of glass traces its evolution from ancient Mesopotamia to Murano, Lalique, and Daum, revealing how this material became a true artistic medium.

Art Deco is the moment when modernity chose elegance. Clear geometry, polished surfaces, and industrial materials refine...
07/11/2025

Art Deco is the moment when modernity chose elegance. Clear geometry, polished surfaces, and industrial materials refined into a new, measured sense of luxury.

Today, many Art Deco pieces are regarded as true antiques, living witnesses to a style where beauty and function are perfectly aligned. A century later, its language remains just as resonant.

كانت حقبة الآرت ديكو لحظة اختارت فيها الحداثة الأناقة. هندسة واضحة وخطوط مصقولة ومواد صناعية تحولت إلى إحساس جديد وفاخر بالرقي المتوازن. اليوم تُعد العديد من قطع الآرت ديكو من التحف القيّمة، شواهد حيّة على أسلوب يجمع بين الجمال والوظيفة بانسجام تام. وبعد مرور قرن كامل، لا يزال هذا الأسلوب يحتفظ بقوته وجاذبيته.

Art Deco blends elegance and industry. Discover geometric forms, refined materials, and iconic designs that shaped the modern style of the early twentieth century.

Gold, lapis lazuli, diamonds: throughout history, these materials have carried not just beauty but power, faith, and mea...
31/10/2025

Gold, lapis lazuli, diamonds: throughout history, these materials have carried not just beauty but power, faith, and meaning. From royal portraits to modern installations, they reveal how the idea of the “precious” has constantly evolved, reflecting our changing values and desires.
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الذهب، اللازورد، الألماس: عبر التاريخ، لم تكن هذه المواد مجرد رموز للجمال، بل جسّدت القوة والإيمان والمعنى. من صور الملوك إلى التركيبات الفنية المعاصرة، تكشف كيف تطوّر مفهوم "الثمين" باستمرار، ليعكس قيمنا ورغباتنا المتغيّرة.
الرابط في السيرة الذاتية.

From ancient icons gilded in gold to Damien Hirst’s diamond-encrusted skull, this article explores how precious materials, from lapis lazuli to metal and gems, have shaped artistic expression, symbolizing power, divinity, and value across centuries.

Living in the UAE means witnessing transformation every day, where cities rise and reshape the landscape around us. Thro...
24/10/2025

Living in the UAE means witnessing transformation every day, where cities rise and reshape the landscape around us. Throughout history, artists have portrayed this same sense of change, from ancient builders to modern visionaries, capturing how construction itself can become a powerful symbol of creativity and progress.

Read the full article on our website.

العيش في دولة الإمارات يعني أن تكون شاهدًا على التحول كل يوم، حيث تنهض المدن وتعيد تشكيل المشهد من حولنا. وعلى مرّ التاريخ، صوّر الفنانون هذا الإحساس ذاته بالتغيير، من البنّائين القدماء إلى الرؤى الحديثة، موثقين كيف يمكن أن يصبح البناء نفسه رمزًا قويًا للإبداع والتقدّم.

اقرأ المقال كاملًا على موقعنا الإلكتروني.

An exploration of how artists across centuries have depicted cities under construction, from ancient Mesopotamia and Rome to the modern avant-garde, revealing how architecture, labor, and creativity have shaped humanity’s vision of progress and identity.

Words can be painted, and colors can speak.From Rabindranath Tagore to Dario Fo, Orhan Pamuk, and Bob Dylan, several Nob...
10/10/2025

Words can be painted, and colors can speak.

From Rabindranath Tagore to Dario Fo, Orhan Pamuk, and Bob Dylan, several Nobel Prize in Literature laureates have explored art beyond the written word transforming their imagination into images.

Discover how the pen and the brush became one language of expression on our website.

Nobel Prize in Literature and visual arts: discover writers who also painted, from Rabindranath Tagore to Dario Fo and Bob Dylan.

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