Auction in progress at Phillips auctioneers, London, c1901 (1901). Phillips is an auction house founded in 1796 in London by Harry Phillips, a former clerk to James Christie. The business held twelve auctions in its first year and soon became successful. Napol?on Bonaparte (1769-1821) and Beau Brummel (1778-1840) were among the early patrons. From Living London, Vol. 1, edited by George R. Sims. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1901]. (Colorised black and white print).