Bonhams Moves Auctions ‘Behind Closed Doors’ After L.A. Employees Complain About Working Conditions

Hours after ARTnews published a report on the Bonhams auction house continuing to hold sales in Los Angeles after one of its employees exhibited flu-like symptoms, the auction house said it will close most of its offices (with the exception of those in Hong Kong) and conduct upcoming sales in London, Edinburgh, and L.A. “behind closed doors.” Bids for those will by accepted online and by phone, and potential buyers will be able to view the works on offer only by appointment.
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