Bonhams Auction House Acquired By Epiris Fund II

Epiris Fund II, a private equity fund has announced the acquisition of Bonhams, the global auction house. It was purchased from private shareholders. This is Fund II’s fourth investment. Financial terms have not being disclosed. “We are delighted to have...
The Decline And Fall Of The Turner Prize – Edward Lucie-Smith

The Decline And Fall Of The Turner Prize – Edward Lucie-Smith

There can be no doubt that the Turner Prize is pretty much of a sick puppy right now. Supposedly Britain’s premier award for new art, it is defined as being either for ‘an artist working primarily in Britain,’ or for ‘a British artist working anywhere’. It seems now...