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Pin ups: Investing in David Bowie’s artistic heroes

October 31, 2016

Bowie/Collector reveals David Bowie’s taste in art was as inquisitive and eclectic as his music. James Beech finds out why families should consider the opportunities for investment at the upcoming unique auction

David Bowie approached death as just another artistic expression of his life.

The Starman’s curation of his own transcendental legacy from beyond the grave should be a guiding light for other ultra-high net worth individuals consumed with protecting their empires once they are gone.

Pinault art exhibit to reveal his darker side

July 23, 2013

Admirers of luxury brands such as Gucci and Balenciaga will soon be able to judge the art collection of the family business patriarch behind the French fashion houses.

Francois Pinault, founder of luxury retail holding group Kering, has announced an upcoming exhibition in Paris, where he will display 50 works from his collection, by 22 artists.

Pinault is one of the most prolific art collectors in the world.

Museum exhibit pays tribute to Porsche 911 designer

June 8, 2012

He was one of the best-known car designers in the world, and now Ferdinand Alexander Porsche's life's work is being celebrated with an exhibition at the Porsche Museum.

The German carmaker, controlled by members of the Porsche and Piech families, is holding the exhibit in memory of Ferdinand, famous for designing the Porsche 911, from 1 June until 29 July.

JCB celebrates its yellow machines with £5 million exhibition

October 25, 2011

There has been a spate of exhibitions on family businesses of late, including one celebrating the calendars of Italian company Lavazza and another looking at a company that's in its 19th generation. Now JCB, the third-largest construction equipment manufacturer in the world and maker of the iconic JCB digger, has unveiled a permanent display about its past.