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With its Mediterranean climate, sun-drenched beaches, and tile roofs atop charming hillside homes, Santa Barbara has earned the moniker “American Riviera.” The peaceful community, just over an hour or so north of Los Angeles and home to approximately 90,000 permanent residents, is embraced by the Pacific Ocean on the south and Santa Ynez Mountains on the north.
One couple’s remarkable private collection perfectly captures the transportive power of photography, writes Katie Armstrong A 2024 exhibition of photography at Sotheby’s New York. Photograph: Sotheby’s The world’s oldest surviving photograph, “View from the Window at Le Gras,” was taken by Joseph Nicéphore Niépce in the mid-1820s. The subject was simple: a dusty view from the inventor’s window, overlooking his estate in Saint-Loup-de-Varennes, eastern France. Was it art? Some 30 years later, the French writer Charles Baudelaire declared photography to be “art’s most mortal enemy” in his 1859 review of the Paris Salon. And incredibly, this is a debate still aired from time to time, even as recently as 2014 when one British newspaper’s art and photography critics went head to head on the matter. At Sotheby’s, “fine art photography” is no oxymoron. While the auction house originally sold photographs alongside books and manuscripts, it has pioneered a market for the medium over the past half century, holding the first dedicated photography auctions in London and New York, in 1971 and 1975 respectively. This April, Sotheby’s Breuer Building—formerly the Whitney Museum of American Art—will host its inaugural photography sales series. Tina Modetti’s “Roses, Mexico,” 1924, part of the Jill and Marshal Rose collection, soon to be auctioned at Sotheby’s New York. Photograph: Sotheby’s As an auction category, photography spans the entire history of the form from experimental 19th-century daguerreotypes to striking contemporary works. But it is very much anchored in the 20th-century classics. “Over the last 20, 25 years, the artists that collectors are buying haven’t actually changed that much,” says Aimee Pflieger, senior specialist, photographs, at Sotheby’s New York. “Ansel Adams, Edward Weston, Andreas Gursky, Richard Avedon and, of course, Cindy Sherman—that’s our bread and butter, and continues to be so.” Gerhard Richter’s “Untitled (5.2.89)” from a distinguished American collection. Photograph: Sotheby’s. The place of photography in contemporary practice has further elevated the medium and its market. Pflieger singles out German artist Gerhard Richter. “His oil on chromogenic prints have exploded,” she says. “We used to sell them for between US$20,000 to US$30,000, but in May 2025, we sold one for over US$400,000.” Female artists including Nan Goldin, Barbara Kruger and the late Marcia Resnick are also growing in popularity at auction. Photography offers plenty of range, with room to be focused in your collecting, but also an opportunity to be playful, says Pflieger. “One collector named Henry Buhl only bought pictures of hands,” she notes, “and I know people who literally just want pictures of cats.” “Train Coach Waiter, New York 1951,” one of a series of Irving Penn portraits soon to be auctioned at Sotheby’s New York. Photograph: Sotheby’s A series of Irving Penn images, taken in the mid-1950s for Vogue, will be a highlight of the Print and Photographs Part I auction on April 14. The works feature regular tradespeople, shot stylistically. “You have men in these very humble professions elevated to something very special because they’re shown in these very dignified, full-length portraits,” says Pflieger. “They’re also rendered in platinum palladium, which is this lush, time consuming and technically difficult type of printmaking process. They are absolutely fantastic.” At the heart of the April sales series will be the remarkable Jill and Marshall Rose Collection. The recognition of photography as fine art was not lost on this collector couple, who were vocal advocates for the arts and cultural philanthropists. Real estate developer Marshall championed and chaired a range of organizations and initiatives across New York, while Jill was pivotal in transforming the International Center of Photography into one of the city’s most significant institutions. Together, they collected thoughtfully and enthusiastically. Edward Steichen’s 1908 photograph “Balzac, The Open Sky, 11 P.M”, from the Jill and Marshal Rose collection, to be auctioned at the Modern Day Sale at Sotheby’s New York. Photograph: Sotheby’s The collection’s undeniable centerpiece, to be auctioned at the later Modern Day Sale on May 20, is Edward Steichen’s “Balzac, The Open Sky, 11 P.M.” A rare and monumental photograph of Auguste Rodin’s sculpture of the French writer Honoré de Balzac, it was captured in 1908 using long exposures to create the enigmatic scene. The image reportedly gave Rodin faith that his sculpture would finally receive the recognition he believed it deserved. Art and photography, it turns out, are more friends than enemies. Our Collecting Focus series features expert advice on contemporary art, high jewelry, watches, wine, rare whisky, historic books, fashion history, natural history, Chinese art and antiques and Americana
Providentiales, Turks and Caicos Islands | Turks and Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty This month, explore luxury residences shaped by their environments, highlighting thoughtful design that brings together wellness-focused spaces, considered amenities, and strong connections to place. A Limestone Estate in Greenwich’s Field Point Circle Greenwich, Connecticut | Sotheby’s International Realty – Greenwich Brokerage Hidden behind the gates of Field Point Circle Association, this French-inspired limestone manor unfolds across level, park-like grounds in one of Greenwich’s most discreet coastal neighborhoods. Formal rooms are balanced by generous natural light and an intuitive flow between east and west wings, allowing the home to function as comfortably for everyday living as for larger gatherings. Terraces, a pool, and mature landscaping reinforce the sense of enclosure, while proximity to the water underscores the estate’s enduring appeal. A Contemporary Retreat at Quinta da Baroneza, Brazil Sau Paulo, Brazil | Bossa Nova Sotheby’s International Realty Surrounded by preserved green space within the quinta da Baroneza community, this contemporary residence embraces transparency. Expansive glazing draws the landscape inward, connecting social spaces to gardens and a heated pool beyond. Architectural lines remain disciplined, letting stone, wood, and light define the experience. Access to golf, equestrian facilities, and nature trails positions the home within a lifestyle defined as much by environment as architecture. Modern Lake Living at Black Rock, Couer d’Alene Coeur d’Alene, Idaho | Tomlinson Sotheby’s International Realty Set within the estates at Black Rock, this single-level contemporary residence commands views across Lake Coeur d’Alene and forested hillsides. Designed as a complete retreat, the home extends beyond the main residence to include guest accommodations, water features, and outdoor living areas integrated into the natural terrain. A private bloat slip and close connection to the golf course anchor the property firmly in its setting, where recreation and privacy coexist with ease. Hummingbird Nest Ranch, Simi Valley Simi Valley, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – Westlake Village Brokerage Few Southern California properties operate at this scale. Spanning acres of rolling terrain in the Santa Susana Mountains, Hummingbird Nest Ranch is anchored by a grand Spanish Colonial villa supported by multiple guest residences, curated landscapes, and event space. Long recognized as a premier filming and entertaining venue, the estate also carries approved plans for future hospitality use, offering rare flexibility while remaining a singular private compound just outside Los Angeles. A Janu Residence on Providentiales’ Northwest Point Providentiales, Turks and Caicos Islands | Turks and Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty Villa 8 at Janu Residences marks the Caribbean debut of Aman Group’s more social, wellness-focused brand. Set along Providenciales’ protected northwestern coast, the villa is conceived as a series of shaded pavilions wrapped around gardens and open horizons. Architecture by Manuel Cervantes Estudio emphasizes natural materials and seamless indoor-outdoor living, while ownership provides access to Janu’s forthcoming spa, dining, and cultural amenities. A Reimagined Sanctuary in Pacific Palisades Pacific Palisades, California | Sotheby’s International Realty – Brentwood Brokerage Behind gates in the Riviera Palisades, this recently transformed residence occupies a lush, elevated setting with views that stretch from canyon to ocean. Interiors rely on calm proportions, warm materials, and walls of glass that dissolve the boundary between indoors and out. Wellness elements, meditation gardens, and meandering paths shape the grounds, creating an atmosphere of retreat within minutes of Los Angeles’ most established destinations. Vita at Grove Isle, Coconut Grove Miami, Florida | ONE Sotheby’s International Realty Accessible by private bridge yet minutes from Coconut Grove, this residence at Vita Grove Isle offers island seclusion without isolation. Direct elevator access opens to light-filled interiors and expansive terraces overlooking the water. The building’s amenity program, including marina and wellness spaces, supports a lifestyle defined by privacy, service, and proximity. A Shingle-Style Estate in Mount Desert Island Mount Desert, Maine | Legacy Properties Sotheby’s International Realty Anchored to granite ledges above the Atlantic, this shingle-style estate on Seal Harbor commands sweeping ocean views along one of Maine’s most dramatic stretches of coastline. Covered porches and ocean-facing rooms are designed to engage the landscape year-round, while the home’s position offers easy access to Acadia National Park. The result is a property with generational scale, shaped by the rhythm of the coast and the permanence of it setting. Discover luxury homes for sale and rent around the world on sothebysrealty.com
In one of San Francisco’s most peaceful, prestigious neighborhoods, this stately four-level home dates to 1908 and offers a collection of irreplaceable period details, sophisticated spaces for living an easy urbane life, and views of the skyline and the bay. Prestigious Pacific Heights—one of San Francisco’s most coveted neighborhoods—is a nexus of architecturally significant estates and luxurious landmark manors with dramatic vistas. On one of its iconic sloping streets lined with unmistakable pollarded plane trees, this stately 1908 residence exemplifies the unique combination of period finery with modern comforts. Designed by the prolific Oliver Everett, it is both grand in scale and welcoming in ambience, offering four levels of inviting spaces, each with eye-catching details that serve as reminders of its revered provenance and artistry. San Francisco, California | Mary Lou Castellanos | Sotheby’s International Realty – San Francisco Brokerage A captivating brick and paver drive and herringbone-patterned front patio introduce the home’s distinctive style. The entry level continues the timeless panache with richly hued wood and a rare, enviable testament to history: adorning the walls of the foyer and powder room is a 1930s fresco attributed to Bolivian-born artist Antonio Sotomayor—known fondly as San Francisco’s “artist laureate”—whose esteemed murals adorn the Palace Hotel, Grace Cathedral, and the Bohemian Club. Completing the ground level are a single-car garage with laundry facilities and abundant storage space with built-ins. On the level above, striking moldings, wainscoting, decorative leaded-glass windows, ceiling beams and coffers, and fireplaces framed in stone and wood conjure a sense of early-20th-century grandeur in spaces that are nevertheless consummately urbane. The floor plan’s classic rectangular configuration creates an effortless flow and allows for lovely natural light in nearly every room along with views of the bay and Alcatraz from numerous vantages. Areas designed for relaxation and entertaining include living and dining rooms—each with a fireplace—a den lined with built-in bookshelves, and an impressive chef’s kitchen boasting ample cabinetry, marble counters, a six-burner Thermador range with two ovens and a grill, and an island with a convenient bar sink. Adjoining is a light-flooded breakfast and sitting area with a glass ceiling and a verdant outlook on the enveloping trees and an enchanting garden terraces, both covered and open air. In addition to a thoughtful elevator, the home’s regal stairway ascends to the third floor, a place of serene seclusion. Here, the generous primary bedroom enjoys bay views, a fireplace, and a spacious sitting room. Adjoining are a boutique-worthy closet area with dazzling accents and a lavish bath suite with a soaking tub and a glass-enclosed steamshower. Completing the floor are a comfortable guest bedroom and a bath with period-inspired fixtures and a light-filled flexible living space. French doors lead to a colorful landscaped terrace and a lush, tranquil garden paved with flagstone, both shaded by a towering tree. The main stairway continues to the home’s uppermost level, which features a third bedroom, a full bath, and a versatile space—ideal for use as an office—with abundant storage and sweeping views of the city skyline and the bay. Just outside is a rooftop terrace—also accessible from the garden via a whimsical spiral staircase—that offers a spot for private repose amid natural greenery, blue sky, and views of the landmarks and the bay’s waters, which have drawn so many to Pacific Heights and San Francisco for more than a century. Denizens of Pacific Heights benefit from an array of fine dining destinations, tony boutiques, and diverting entertainment venues; the proximity of delightful Lafayette and Alta Plaza Parks; and the lush refuge of Presidio. Discover luxury homes for sale and rent around the world on sothebysrealty.com
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