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Phillips de Pury, is a British auction house and has head offices in London and in New York City

Phillips, formerly known as Phillips the Auctioneers as Phillips de Pury, is a British auction house. It was founded in London in 1796, and has head offices in London and in New York City. Phillips was founded in 1796 by Harry Phillips, who had been a clerk to James Christie. The business held twelve auctions in its first year and soon became successful. Napoleon and Beau Brummel were among the early patrons.