Hong Kong, 26 May 2026 - Christie's Handbags & Accessories sale on 25 May 2026 during Hong Kong Luxury Week achieved a record Spring season total of HK$59,940,190 (US$7,652,061), up 17% year-on-year. This represents the highest total for the category globally this season, reflecting the high level of global demand. The sale was 98% sold by lot, with a hammer total 156% above the low estimate, and 70% of lots exceeding their high estimates. Enthusiastic participation was seen from 24 countries across four continents, with more than 60% of lots sold online. The category continues to attract younger collectors, with 41% of buyers Millennials and younger. The results underscore the sustained strength of the luxury handbags market and Christie's expertise in presenting highly sought-after models to a global collector base.
Four new world auction records were established across the sale, with each lot significantly exceeding its low estimate:
| Lot | Record | Price realized |
|---|---|---|
| Lot 100 | Hermès Faubourg Birkin across all models, a rare edition in white, which led the sale and became the most valuable handbag sold in Asia | HK$4,318,000 (US$551,243) |
| Lot 164 | Hermès Rainy Days Faubourg Birkin, a rare edition in grey | HK$3,746,500 (US$478,284) |
| Lot 88 | Hermès Quelle Idole, matching the record set by Christie's on 24 November 2025 in Hong Kong | HK$2,794,000 (US$356,687) |
| Lot 59 | Hermès shoulder Birkin | HK$1,905,000 (US$243,195) |
Hong Kong Luxury Week continues with Jewelry and Watches sales from 26 to 28 May.
In 2026, Christie's, the world-leading art and luxury business, is celebrating its 40th Anniversary in Asia. Over the last four decades, Christie's has established itself as Asia's leading house, orchestrating many of the region's most historic and record-breaking sales of exceptional objects and collections, driving region-wide expansion, and pioneering digital innovations that have redefined the way Asian collectors connect with and experience the industry. To celebrate this milestone, Christie's is presenting a year-long program of art and luxury sales, exhibitions and events across the region.
Hong Kong Luxury Week Sale Schedule
Live Auctions:
22 May: Iconic Wines from Joseph Lau Part V The Final
25 May: Handbags & Accessories
26 May: Magnificent Jewels
27 & 28 May: Important Watches Featuring "Kronos: Titans of Time", "The Eternity" and "The Chronicle" Collections
Online Auction:
Now to 29 May: Jewels Online: The Hong Kong Edit
11 to 23 June: The Opulent Cellar: Online
(Press Release)
