La collection Yves Saint-Laurent-Pierre Bergé

This five-volume set serves as the definitive auction catalog for the 2009 sale of the art collection amassed by fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent and his partner, Pierre Bergé. Often described as the sale of the century, the auction took place at the Grand Palais in Paris following Saint Laurent's death, reflecting the couple's lifelong passion for fine art, antiquities, and decorative objects. The collection spanned centuries and continents, featuring works ranging from Renaissance bronzes to contemporary paintings.

The publication was produced by Christie’s to document the immense breadth of the collection, which was meticulously curated by the pair over several decades. The design of the volumes emphasizes the gravity and aesthetic importance of the objects, utilizing high-quality photography and detailed research to contextualize pieces that were once housed in the couple's private residences. Upon its release, the catalog was widely regarded as both a vital historical record of the duo's personal taste and a scholarly reference for art historians and auction enthusiasts alike.