This book is a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the world of art auctions. With anecdotes and observations from 40 years of experience at Sotheby's, one of the world's most prestigious auction houses, the author provides a unique perspective on the art world and the people who inhabit it. From legendary sales to unforgettable characters, this book offers a glimpse into the drama and excitement of the auction room. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.