This volume compiles international auction records for the 1979-80 period, serving as a crucial reference for collectors, dealers, and art historians. Edited by E. Mayer, the book draws upon data from various international auction houses to present a comprehensive overview of the art market during that specific year. It aims to provide accurate pricing and provenance information for a wide range of artworks that passed through auction rooms.

This publication is a specialized reference work, essential for professionals and serious collectors engaged with the art market of the late 1970s and early 1980s. Its value lies in the specific data it presents, offering a snapshot of auction prices and trends from that era. The compilation by E. Mayer provides a factual resource for understanding the commercial aspects of the art world during the period.