Michael Kovacek is one of the founders of the Viennese auction house im Kinsky and, as he will tell you himself, has dedicated himself “body and soul” to art. We discuss the thrill of the auctions, the passion for collecting and why record prices are always worthy of making the headlines …
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The women at the Kinsky aren’t shrinking violets! Whatever different art periods they may come from, they’re confidently looking out into the world …
While we were having to get along by ourselves or with our families, Seven North was sharing simple and delicious recipes on Instagram, with “Eggplant lines”, tahini sauce, “Melting Spinach Steams” and espresso Martinis aiming to bring some of this dynamic, somewhat chaotic atmosphere into kitchens around the world …
What’s the quickest way to head south on holiday? Fly on the Hotel Lemongarden private jet with their partner Goldeck-Flug directly to the island of Brač, where your spirits will still be soaring high even after you’ve landed …
Özlem Tuna is a designer in Istanbul, where she takes inspiration from the city, its crafts, its materials, life on the historic peninsula, and the hustle and bustle of the Grand Bazaar. But it all started in her home town by the sea in Anatolia, where dreams of the future were shaped out of mud and dough …
As the way to the sea is becoming difficult due to travel restrictions, a trip to the local mountains is proving more and more attractive. Artists have always found inspiration in the call of the mountains. Auction house im Kinsky has gathered some real and imaginary places for a journey into the mountains for you …
Doing battle à la kitchen impossible were Michelin-star vegetarian chef Paul Ivic and restaurateur Sepp Schellhorn during quarantine time …
Felix Muhrhofer is an interior designer and artist working on projects around the world, and for him, terrazzo is more than simply a material. The stones he uses shape his work and turn each piece into a one-of-a-kind article. They also leave a trace of a memory in the finished items that is retrievable with merely a glance …
Summer ist the perfect time to entertain friends. The auction house im Kinsky offers some wonderful objects in its after-sale to enhance your dining table or dining room. Tables, dishes or decoration – every piece has been made by well-known masters …
This soap dispenser is the epitome of timelessness and flawless design. Precious metal finishes, top quality craftsmanship and seamless functionality – every aspect of this exclusive soap dispenser is quality you will be see and feel. Give your bathroom the beauty it deserves!
Demand for historic tiles goes well beyond faithful restoration work. This is why Viennese building construction engineer Philipp Schleidt decided to specialize in reproductions based on the original manufacturing techniques. With 30,000 historic original tiles serving as a constant source of inspiration in the company’s warehouse …
The ROCK Collection demonstrates 13&9’s mission to think independently and adapt materials for applications beyond their intended purposes – such as using natural stone to create round shale shades for lighting …
From old master’s paintings, antiques and design objects to contemporary art: the im Kinsky summer auction is offering highlights for every taste …
Thomas Feichtner has created the design for a 360° sound system by the Austrian startup producer Poet Audio …
Here we provide a brief insight into the island country’s sporting traditions, ancient rituals and new customs …
Rudolf Polanszky has „made it“ – not only the Auction House im Kinsky did sell one of his works for a world record price of 126.000 € (hammer price 100.000 €) in June 2019, but New Yorker Gagosian Gallery dedicated a solo show to him in March 2020 …
With a selling price of (KP) von €249.600 (hammer price €195.000), “The Skittle Player” by Werner Berg became the top lot of the march auction. The “german carinthian” painter is holding his high price level …
Fragrances have almost magical powers: Instantly they transport us to other places and other times by creating an immediate connection to our memories and feelings. Bernd Gruber No°-01 is the essence of these unforgettable places. The room scent is permeated with warmth, cosiness and the special feeling of coming home …