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Brahm Wachter
Head of Modern Collectibles at Sotheby's based in Los Angeles, who led the auction and expansion into sports artifacts and sneakers and orchestrated the Virgil Abloh Louis Vuitton x Nike Air Force 1 sale.
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Nov 29, 2025
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The Specialist | Virgil Abloh’s Reimagining of the Iconic Nike Air Force 1 for Louis Vuitton, with Brahm Wachter
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Brahm Wachter, Head of Modern Collectibles at Sotheby’s, shares insider insights on the groundbreaking auction of Virgil Abloh's Louis Vuitton x Nike Air Force 1. He discusses the cultural significance of the iconic sneakers, reveals how Abloh's vision resonated with sneaker culture, and recounts the chaotic auction launch combined with personal life events. Bids soared beyond $126,000, raising $25 million for scholarships. Brahm also explores how this sale has impacted perceptions of sneakers as art and collectibles.
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