It is an auction for the least original, which was held this Sunday, close to the Drouot space, in the Million house in Paris.
Sometimes considered true works of art by sneaker lovers, new sneakers from capsule collections and released in limited editions from major brands such as Nike or Adidas, were sold at auction for the first time in France.
In total, the sale totaled some 120,000 euros in revenue, with a record sum of 16,120 euros (with taxes) for a pair of Nike Air Jordan 1, Retro High Off-White, prized thanks to the signature marker on the side of the sole, from the creator of this model, the late Virgil Abloh.
Second most expensive pair: Jordan 1 Retro High Dior parts for 9,672 euros (with taxes).
The other sneakers, they,
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The Million house was pleased with a result well beyond its expectations: 70% of the 207 lots were sold with more than 250 bidders connected online and... a full house.
Sneakers (“sneakers” for enthusiasts) have acquired in recent years a status of collector's item which is of increasing interest to auctioneers, who have come to compete with online sales platforms (eBay, StockX).
The models of the American Virgil Abloh, designer of Nike and Louis Vuitton, who died in November at the age of 41, are among the most sought after on this market.