VP of Christie's presents art at Drexel
By: Caitlin Gray
Issue date: 2/9/07 Section: News
Originally published: 2/9/07 at 6:49 AM EST
Last update: 2/9/07 at 6:49 AM EST
Originally published: 2/9/07 at 6:49 AM EST
Last update: 2/9/07 at 6:49 AM EST
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She also highlighted various other interesting items that have been sold at Christie's. She pointed out the irony that a mummy with human remains fully intact was recently sold; however, it is illegal for Christie's to sell tortoiseshell or ivory. When discussing a stainless steel watch that sold for a high price, she commented that if it were gold or silver, the watch would be less expensive.
"It is not always the materials that make value; sometimes it is how many of them there are, and the quality," she said.
Other interesting items include the black gown from Breakfast at Tiffany's, which sold for $92,300 at the U.K. location in London, and Star Trek props from the television show's set that were sold over a three-day period, grossing over $7 million in total.
After highlighting the elaborate works of art that have raised millions of dollars through Christie's Auction, Ingersoll said, "So, if you have anything like this at home hanging on your wall, give us a call!"
"Drexel University was delighted to host an event that featured the extraordinary work of one of Anthony J. Drexel's immediate descendants," said Elizabeth Dale, senior vice president for institutional advancement.
"Mr. Drexel felt that exposing students to works of art was an important element of their education at the Drexel Institute staying true to Mr. Drexel's values. Ms. Ingersoll's lecture demonstrates Drexel University's continued commitment to the arts. We were delighted that 16 members of the Drexel family joined us for the lecture and reception."
Ingersoll is a Philadelphia native and has worked in her field for 16 years. She began her career at Christie's in New York. In 2004, she was appointed to oversee the Philadelphia location. Her father, Paul Ingersoll, is an emeritus trustee of Drexel.
"It is not always the materials that make value; sometimes it is how many of them there are, and the quality," she said.
Other interesting items include the black gown from Breakfast at Tiffany's, which sold for $92,300 at the U.K. location in London, and Star Trek props from the television show's set that were sold over a three-day period, grossing over $7 million in total.
After highlighting the elaborate works of art that have raised millions of dollars through Christie's Auction, Ingersoll said, "So, if you have anything like this at home hanging on your wall, give us a call!"
"Drexel University was delighted to host an event that featured the extraordinary work of one of Anthony J. Drexel's immediate descendants," said Elizabeth Dale, senior vice president for institutional advancement.
"Mr. Drexel felt that exposing students to works of art was an important element of their education at the Drexel Institute staying true to Mr. Drexel's values. Ms. Ingersoll's lecture demonstrates Drexel University's continued commitment to the arts. We were delighted that 16 members of the Drexel family joined us for the lecture and reception."
Ingersoll is a Philadelphia native and has worked in her field for 16 years. She began her career at Christie's in New York. In 2004, she was appointed to oversee the Philadelphia location. Her father, Paul Ingersoll, is an emeritus trustee of Drexel.
