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  • The world’s first Olympic medal, dating back to the first modern Olympic Games in Athens in 1896, is up for auction

    World’s First Olympic Medal to Be Auctioned at Bruun Rasmussen

    A remarkable piece of Olympic history is set to go under the hammer at the Danish auction house Bruun Rasmussen. On 1 March, collectors will have the rare opportunity to bid on what is considered the world’s first Olympic medal, dating back to the first modern Olympic Games in Athens in 1896. The medal carries an estimate of EUR 26,000–40,000.

  • Champagne from H.R.H. The Prince of Wales and Lady Diana’s Wedding Up for Auction – Estimated Value: EUR 67,000–80,000

    Dubbed the ”Wedding of the Century,” the 1981 marriage of H.R.H. The Prince of Wales and Lady Diana captivated the world. Now, a rare piece of royal history is set to be auctioned: an exclusive magnum of Dom Pérignon Vintage 1961, specially produced for the wedding, will go under the hammer at the Danish auction house Bruun Rasmussen on December 11, with an estimated value of EUR 67,000–80,000.

    A Dom Pérignon Vintage 1961 from the wedding of H.R.H. The Prince of Wales and Lady Diana in 1981 is up for auction.
  • Own a Piece of Fashion History: Two Iconic Virgil Abloh Designs Up for Auction

    When the Danish auction house Bruun Rasmussen holds its Live Auction on 11 December, collectors and fashion enthusiasts will have the opportunity to acquire two designs by internationally acclaimed designer Virgil Abloh: the “Admiral” jacket from 2019 and the iconic “Paint Can Bag.” Both designs testify to Abloh’s creative vision and his significance in the modernization of luxury fashion.

    Two iconic Virgil Abloh designs – the “Admiral” jacket and the “Paint Can Bag” – go under the hammer on 11 December.
  • Provenance: When a work’s history becomes part of its value

    Every lot at an auction carries a story—and sometimes it is precisely that story that makes the work priceless. At Bruun Rasmussen’s Live Auction on 19–20 November, provenance is in focus, featuring works by, among others, Vilhelm Lundstrøm and Finn Juhl, where ownership and heritage become part of the artwork’s narrative.

    Provenance in focus at Bruun Rasmussen’s auction on 19–20 November.

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As the Olympic Winter Games are taking place right now, an extraordinary piece of sports history has arrived at our auction house: a winner’s medal from the first modern Olympic Games in Athens in 1896.⁠ ⁠ At the time, silver – not gold – was awarded to the winners. 241 athletes from 14 nations competed, including Denmark, where Viggo Jensen became the country’s first Olympic champion.⁠ ⁠ As Christian Grundtvig, Head of Department, explains here, this is the first time we have ever offered a medal from the very first Olympic Games – truly a crown jewel for collectors.⁠ ⁠ Online Auction: 1 March at 3 PM⁠ ⁠ 🔗 Explore the details via the link in our bio.

Starting a collection doesn’t require extensive knowledge, experience, or a large budget. Rather, it takes an eye for quality and a genuine sense of curiosity and passion for exploration.⁠ ⁠ Each piece in the themed auction Young Collectors tells its own compelling story and provides a strong foundation for a growing collection. The selection is designed to inspire a new generation of art buyers and welcomes anyone eager to begin collecting, regardless of age or experience.⁠ ⁠ 🔗 Explore the selection via the link in our bio.

Did you know the first LEGO bricks were made of wood?⁠ ⁠ Rare LEGO toys from the company’s earliest years are coming up for Online Auction. From fire engines and trains to charming wooden figures, these are true collector’s pieces and a unique part of Danish toy history.⁠ ⁠ Before the iconic plastic brick was introduced in 1958, the adventure began in a small workshop in Billund in 1932, founded on the vision that children should “play well" (or in Danish: "leg godt", hence the company name LEGO.⁠ ⁠ 🔗 Explore the selection via the link in our bio.

When it comes to Danish sculpture, Kai Nielsen stands as one of the country’s most celebrated figures.⁠ ⁠ Throughout his career, he sought to make art more accessible, creating works that continue to resonate today. Among his most iconic pieces are Århuspigen, originally made for Aarhus Stadium, and Vandmoderen, now welcoming visitors at the Glyptoteket.⁠ ⁠ At our themed auction Young Collectors, you can bid on five exquisite small sculptures by Nielsen – each inspired by biblical or mythological themes.⁠ ⁠ 🔗 Explore the selection via the link in our bio.

A sketch is like a fleeting glimpse into an artist’s mind – a record of their thoughts, intuition, and creative process.⁠ ⁠ Right now, you can bid on 19 drawings by sculptor Johannes C. Bjerg, each revealing his deep fascination with the human body – its movement, balance, and grace.⁠ ⁠ Offered in the themed auction Young Collectors, these delicate works come directly from the artist’s own family, making this a rare chance to acquire a drawing with exceptional provenance.⁠ ⁠ 🔗 Explore the selection via the link in our bio.⁠

An original drawing by a renowned Danish artist is now up for auction.⁠ ⁠ Vilhelm Kyhn was very much a child of his time. Like many 19th-century artists, he felt a deep longing to travel and was drawn to Italy, where he found inspiration in the sun-drenched landscapes.⁠ ⁠ While visiting the island of Capri, he produced a detailed drawing of the famous Arco Naturale, a rock arch that remains one of the island’s most celebrated natural wonders.⁠ ⁠ The drawing is part of our themed auction Young Collectors, featuring artworks, design classics, antiques, and collectibles handpicked by our specialists.⁠ ⁠ 🔗 Explore the details via the link in our bio.

Blue was never just a colour in the world of Danish artist P.S. Krøyer.⁠ ⁠ For Krøyer, it was light, atmosphere, and the feeling of Skagen at dusk. The quiet l’heure bleue – “the blue hour” – when the day fades and the sea reflects the soft glow of the evening sky.⁠ ⁠ As he himself described in an interview in 1907: “There is a time of day I cannot resist in Skagen. It is when the moonlight quietly lingers above the beach. You will find me there immediately with my sketchbook.”⁠ ⁠ With quick, confident brushstrokes, he captured these fleeting moments like no other, turning the coastline into a harmony of shimmering blue tones and showcasing his extraordinary ability to paint not only what he saw, but what he felt in the stillness of a summer evening by the sea.⁠ ⁠ Shown artworks: ⁠ P. S. Krøyer: Summer evening with moonlight. Sold at Bruun Rasmussen in October 2025.⁠ P.S. Krøyer: L'heure bleue at Skagen beach, moonlight. Sold at Bruun Rasmussen in May 2017.⁠ ⁠ #pskrøyer #skagenpainters #danishart #arthistory #auction

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