The Facts
On October 13, 2026, Phillips announced early highlights for its November sale, including headlining works by Amedeo Modigliani, David Hockney, Alexander Calder, Jackson Pollock, Helen Frankenthaler, and Derek Fordjour. The offerings span paintings, sculptures, and works on paper from the Modern, Post-War, and Contemporary periods. Further details, including estimates and specific sale dates, have not yet been released. Phillips has not disclosed whether the November auction will be held in New York or London, its primary sale venues.
The Signal
The auction house continues to position itself as a strong competitor to Sotheby's and Christie's by securing top-tier estates and single-owner collections. The inclusion of Fordjour, a rising contemporary star, alongside canonical figures like Modigliani and Pollock signals a strategy to appeal both to established collectors and a new generation of buyers. For the market, the mix reinforces the enduring value of blue-chip modern works while underscoring the growing crossover between Post-War abstraction and emerging contemporary names.
- Artists: Amedeo Modigliani, David Hockney, Alexander Calder, Jackson Pollock, Helen Frankenthaler, Derek Fordjour
- Auction Houses: Phillips
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