Christie's will auction three significant pieces of jewelry from the collection of philanthropist and art collector Agnes Gund. The sale includes a 1969 brooch by Alexander Calder, a 1973 necklace by Anni Albers, and a 1970s bracelet by Louise Nevelson, all artists whose primary work is in other mediums. Proceeds from the sale will benefit Gund's philanthropic organization, the Art for Justice Fund.
This auction highlights the intersection of fine art and wearable art, showcasing how major 20th-century artists applied their aesthetic to jewelry. The sale is notable not only for the rarity of these pieces but also for its charitable purpose, directly supporting criminal justice reform through art-world funding.