A series of significant artworks are heading to auction in February, led by an early Artemisia Gentileschi self-portrait making its auction debut at Christie's New York with an estimate of $2.5m-$3.5m. Other highlights include Rembrandt's last privately-held animal drawing, 'Young Lion Resting', at Sotheby's New York ($15m-$20m estimate), a Judy Chicago print of Mary, Queen of Scots at Phillips, and an Odilon Redon work on paper at Artcurial Paris.
These sales underscore the enduring market strength for both canonical Old Masters and important modern and contemporary artists. The Gentileschi self-portrait is a rare, historically significant work from a pivotal moment in the artist's career, while the Rembrandt drawing represents a major trophy from a famed private collection. The auctions collectively highlight how works on paper by major artists continue to achieve high prices and attract collector interest across different periods and styles.