The upcoming auction of “A Legacy of Beauty: The Collection of Sydell Miller” at the renowned Sotheby’s is an event that is sure to generate great excitement in the art world. Sydell Miller, known as the “queen of the beauty industry,” co-founded Ardell and Matrix Essentials with her husband Arnold, which revolutionized the cosmetics market. Their work was instrumental in making false eyelashes the standard in hair salons and in establishing Matrix as a leader in professional hair cosmetics.
The Collection of Sydell Miller – art treasures at auction
Sydell Miller was not only an icon of the “beauty” industry. She was also an avid art collector. Her collection of stucco reflected her love of beauty in its purest form. The collection that will go up for auction are true masterpieces, including works by great masters such as Claude Monet, Pablo Picasso, Wassily Kandinsky and Henri Matisse. These works not only adorned her home, but were also a testament to her unique taste and sense of aesthetics.
The upcoming auction will feature amazing items such as Monet’s “Nymphéas,” estimated at around $60 million. This is a work that blurs the boundaries between figuration and abstraction. The water lilies, suffused with light and emotion, is a painting that builds art history. Also worth noting is Picasso’s “La Statuaire”. A portrait of a woman with a sculpture. The work combines surrealist symbols and cubist fragmentation. Its price can range from $7 to $10 million.

The collection also includes Kandinsky’s “Weisses Oval,” which is returning to the auction market after fifty years. The work, which has been exhibited at major shows, is expected to fetch a price of $15 million to $20 million. The collection abounds with unique objects, including the “Troupeau d’Éléphants dans les Arbres” table designed by François-Xavier Lalanne. It delights not only in form, but also in craftsmanship.
Exclusivity and prestige The Collection of Sydell Miller
What makes this auction so special? First of all, its exclusivity. Many works, which will be exhibited, have never been offered for sale before. They are almost priceless rarities. Symbols in the history of art. This auction will attract the attention of collectors from all over the world, eager to acquire unique works that are sure to increase in value. It’s not just a sale, it’s a spectacle that will surely go down in art history.
Philanthropy and legacy
It is also worth noting that a portion of the proceeds from the auction will go to support the Cleveland Clinic Women’s Comprehensive Health and Research Center and the Cleveland Museum of Art. This shows that Sydell Miller not only valued beauty in art, but also engaged in philanthropic activities, which makes her legacy even more inspiring.

The auction in Sotheby’s is a unique opportunity to participate in an auction that is sure to be remembered as one of the most important events in the art world. The Sydell Miller Collection is not only a collection of works, but also the excitement, history and passion that await a new owner. It is an event that unites art lovers and collectors in the quest to discover and celebrate beauty in all its forms.
Luxury News Editor
Malcolm Lux
Source: sothebys.com
The company: Sotheby’s