GENEVA, 7 March 2017 – Sotheby’s is delighted to announce a new location for our flagship auctions of Jewellery and Watches in Geneva. From May 2017, Mandarin Oriental, Geneva will host our renowned sales of Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels and of Important Watches. The partnership between these two world-recognized names, which has been agreed for the coming five years, will offer spacious new salerooms against breathtaking mountain backdrops and River Rhône vistas. It will also allow Sotheby’s to continue the expansion and development of its presence in Geneva, following the inauguration earlier this year of a new office building and gallery space at 2, rue François-Diday.

Speaking on the occasion of the announcement, David Bennett, Chairman of Sotheby’s Switzerland and Worldwide Chairman of Sotheby’s International Jewellery Division, commented: “The vitality and growth of our sales in Geneva show that demand for the finest quality pieces is as strong as ever. 2017 is set to be a busy and exciting year for Sotheby’s, and we are delighted to be able to offer the very best experience for our clients and collectors with Mandarin Oriental in Geneva.”

Lars Wagner, General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Geneva, added: “We are thrilled to be partnering with Sotheby’s for their prestigious flagship sales of Jewellery and Watches in Geneva. With our shared values, combining tradition and modernity alongside world-class service, we greatly look forward to welcoming Sotheby’s clients for the inaugural sales season at Mandarin Oriental, Geneva.”

SOTHEBY’SUPCOMING SALE DATES AT MANDARIN ORIENTAL, GENEVA

Important Watches Saturday 14 May

Magnificent Jewels & Noble Jewels Tuesday 16 May