Daniel Cordier | The Spy Who Loved Art

28 APRIL - 5 MAY 2021 | PARIS

Daniel Cordier was a French Resistance fighter whose cover as an art dealer during World War 2 developed into a life-long passion for collecting. In this latest Sotheby’s video, learn about his amazing story working in secret intelligence whilst developing a passion for some of the most distinguished artists of the time. Sotheby’s upcoming sale ‘Daniel Cordier, Collection Privée’ (28 April – 5 May 2021) offers works by post-war period artists such as Henri Michaux, Jean Dewasne, Alfonso Ossorio and Louise Nevelson. Click here to watch more videos

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