The Specialist | Virgil Abloh’s Reimagining of the Iconic Nike Air Force 1 for Louis Vuitton, with Brahm Wachter

Welcome to Intelligence Squared where great minds meet. I'm head of programming Connor Boyle. Today, something a little different, we're excited to share with you a handpicked episode of a brand new series, The Specialist, produced by Intelligence Squared in partnership with Sotheby's. We've all heard the stories of the record-breaking works, headline-grabbing auctions and moments that shock the art world and beyond. But have you ever wondered what's happening behind the scenes?

what goes into valuing a masterpiece, or who the people are really behind the gavel. The specialist brings you art's most extraordinary stories, told by the experts who witness them, in short episodes, perfect for a weekend listen. Now, over to the specialist. I would go as so far as to say that this sneaker was the most authentic high end sneaker ever made.

But I would actually go further in saying that the sneakers that Virgil released as part of his work with Louis Vuitton, I think they all, to a certain extent, stand the test of time in terms of authentic luxury sneakers. Sotheby's is the temporary custodian of some of the world's most rare, remarkable, and coveted art and objects. In each episode we'll be exploring the significance and journey of an extraordinary work told by those who know it best. This is The Specialist.

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