Clothing has long served a function beyond the utilitarian need to cover the body.

Suiting up: Clothing as Armor and Beyond

The depiction of divinities across cultures is a unifying theme across several diverse objects in The One.

Divine

Certain individuals throughout history have managed to forge a legacy that resides within the collective consciousness of mankind.

Icon and Celebrity

Certain objects have been able to convey status to their owners due to their excellency in quality, material and craftsmanship.

Status Symbols

LeBron James 2013 NBA Finals | Game 7

Two ancient works from the Guennol Collection

Property from the Collection of Robin Bradley Martin

New York

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Chronological Timeline for Objects in The One

The Guennol Bronze Age Disc, Denmark, circa 1400/1200 B.C.

The Guennol Bronze Age Disc, Denmark, circa 1400/1200 B.C.

The Guennol Olmec Figure of a Deity, Middle Preclassic, circa 900-600 B.C.

The Guennol Olmec Figure of a Deity, Middle Preclassic, circa 900-600 B.C.

An Egyptian Greywacke Naophoros Bust of an Official, circa 600-525 B.C.

An Egyptian Greywacke Naophoros Bust of an Official, circa 600-525 B.C.

Upper Rhine, Strasbourg, circa 1220-1230, Head of an Apostle

Upper Rhine, Strasbourg, circa 1220-1230, Head of an Apostle

A Monumental Gilt Copper Alloy Head of BuddhaThailand, Sukothai Kingdom, circa 14th century

A Monumental Gilt Copper Alloy Head of BuddhaThailand, Sukothai Kingdom, circa 14th century

A Pair of Icons of the Archangels Michael and Gabriel, Pskov School, 14th or early 15th century

A Pair of Icons of the Archangels Michael and Gabriel, Pskov School, 14th or early 15th century

Italy, Benedetto da Maiano (Maiano 1442 – 1497 Florence) and Benedetto Buglioni (Florence (1459/1460–1521) Italian, Florence, circa 1495-1505, Madonna and Child

Italy, Benedetto da Maiano (Maiano 1442 – 1497 Florence) and Benedetto Buglioni (Florence (1459/1460–1521) Italian, Florence, circa 1495-1505, Madonna and Child

Italian, Tuscan, possibly Montelupo, circa 1500, Bust of a young woman

Italian, Tuscan, possibly Montelupo, circa 1500, Bust of a young woman

Simone Binaco and Workshop (documented between 1512-1513), Christ the Redeemer

Simone Binaco and Workshop (documented between 1512-1513), Christ the Redeemer

An Important Icon of the Fiery Ascent of the Prophet Elijah, Novogorod School, 16th century

An Important Icon of the Fiery Ascent of the Prophet Elijah, Novogorod School, 16th century

Important Cameo with a Renaissance Nobleman, believed to be Archduke Ernest of Austria (1553-1595)

Important Cameo with a Renaissance Nobleman, believed to be Archduke Ernest of Austria (1553-1595)

An Italian Rococo Engraved Ivory and Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid, Kingwood, Boxwood, Ebony, Amaranth and Carved and Giltwood Marquetry Rectangular Center Table, by Pietro Piffetti, probably after a design by Filippo Juvarra, Circa 1730-31

A George III Silvered and Gilt Bronze and Silvered Metal Quarter-Striking Musical Automaton Clock, William Carpenter, London, made for the Chinese Market, dated 1780

An Extremely Rare Pair of Chinese Export Famille-Rose Goose-Form Tureens and Covers, Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period, Circa 1780

An Extremely Rare Pair of Chinese Export Famille-Rose Goose-Form Tureens and Covers, Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period, Circa 1780

A Daimyo Oyoroi-style Armor, Edo Period, 19th century

A Daimyo Oyoroi-style Armor, Edo Period, 19th century

"President Kennedy's Birthday Party" Official Ticket | Marilyn Monroe Sings “Happy Birthday, Mr. President” | 19 May 1962

"President Kennedy's Birthday Party" Official Ticket | Marilyn Monroe Sings “Happy Birthday, Mr. President” | 19 May 1962

Princess Diana Ball Dress by Victor Edelstein, Autumn 1989

Princess Diana Ball Dress by Victor Edelstein, Autumn 1989

LeBron James 2013 NBA Finals Miami Heat Game Worn Jersey, Game 7, Championship Clinching Game

LeBron James 2013 NBA Finals Miami Heat Game Worn Jersey, Game 7, Championship Clinching Game

Kobe Bryant 2014-2015 ‘Left Handed’ Los Angeles Lakers Game Worn Uniform

Kobe Bryant 2014-2015 ‘Left Handed’ Los Angeles Lakers Game Worn Uniform

Nike x Louis Vuitton “Air Force 1” &amp; Pilot Case

Nike x Louis Vuitton “Air Force 1” & Pilot Case

Sotheby's is excited to present The One, a new auction concept showcasing an unprecedented selection of the finest products of human achievement in history, which together tell an extraordinary story of excellence in craft, artistry and endeavor – from the great civilizations of antiquity to the fashion and entertainment worlds of today. The inaugural live auction will take place in New York on 27 January, and will be displayed alongside Sotheby’s Masters Week exhibitions, starting 21 January. Comprising approximately 20 examples of unparalleled objects spanning ancient Egypt to today, The One&nbsp;provides a new moment in the auction calendar for collectors to experience a diverse array of superlative three-dimensional objects. Please continue to visit this page as Sotheby’s shares new and exciting updates to the auction. Sale Number: N11199

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Alexandra Olsman

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Sotheby's is excited to present The One, an auction showcasing an unprecedented selection of the finest products of human achievement in history, which together tell a story of excellence in craft, artistry and endeavor – from the great civilizations of antiquity to the fashion and entertainment worlds of today. The live auction will take place in New York on 27 January, and will be displayed alongside Masters Week exhibitions, starting 21 January.