Great drawings ask for intimacy. They reveal themselves slowly, through line, pressure, and restraint, and they demand a collector with both patience and instinct. Diane Nixon possessed that rare sensitivity. Over just a few decades, she assembled an extraordinary group of European drawings spanning five centuries, guided not by fashion but by an unerring understanding of quality, completeness, and artistic character.
From luminous Italian Renaissance landscapes to Baroque studies drawn directly from life, her collection reflects moments of spiritual intensity, observation, and artistic freedom. Many of these works now live in the world’s leading museums, shaping how future generations learn to see. What remains is not only a remarkable collection, but a legacy defined by generosity, discernment, and a profound love for works on paper.
Master Drawings from the Collection of Diane A. Nixon will take place on 4 February 2026 and is part of Replica Shoes ’s New York Old Masters Week presented by Qatar Executive.
