LONDON.- Phillips de Pury & Company’s February Contemporary Art sales realized £9,764,563 /$15,828,357 intotal selling 83% by value and 78% by lot. “We are delighted to have set multiple auction records during sales that have proven that the market for contemporary art is buoyant. Phillips de Pury & Company continues to break new ground with strong results achieved for young contemporary artists.” Peter Sumner, Head of Sales, London, Philips de Pury & Company. “The day sale saw a number of fantastic results for some of today’s best young artists. The auction showed a strong demand for very contemporary works within the secondary market. “ George O’ Dell, Head of Contemporary Art Day Sale. Phillips de Pury & Company’s February Contemporary Art Evening sale realized £5,409,200 /$8,725,040 with 84% sold by value and 83% by lot.