S otheby’s is delighted to present the unique Chenel Collection, “The Beauty Within”, a story inspired by inherited passion, curiosity and admiration for Art, history and beauty. Incorporating different disciplines and techniques, the Chenel family collection presents an impressive range of sculptures and objects in the sophisticated curated context of the collector’s home.
"The beauty within is an intimate view of the aesthetic we grew up with. This collection is about time and beauty; about the importance of collecting and living with art."
Our childhood memories have defined the composition of the sale, with pieces and curiosities that have been following us for decades, such as the Ketoff table illustrated above, harmoniously coexisting in the natural ecosystem of our curated way of living, with the Egyptian Limestone Sarcophagus mask and the Picasso ceramics.
The colored marbles reflect our compulsive passion as both dealers and collectors. The Roman statues and the Picasso ceramics, the two pillars of our identity, have developed a constant dialogue, a testimony of our lifestyle, in which classic and modern are equally important, and a reflection of our identity.
The selection brings together an exciting cross-category composition, led by Ancient sculptures, highlighted by a Roman marble torso of a youth, important Picasso ceramics, refined European sculptures and unique pieces of Furniture and Design. While the importance of the selection is primarily presented throughout the collection as a group, each piece stands on its own as a crucial element of the singular composition.
