Take a moment of quiet introspection and discover Note to Self: The Art of Contemplation, an online auction of works that instill silence and serenity, uniting examples through the centuries and across cultures. From Asia to the Islamic world to Europe, this carefully curated selection of objects, carpets, paintings and contemporary photography delves into the way we interact with beautiful art—a calming experience for the current time of self-reflection. Sit in meditation with Koie Ryoji’s bold calligraphic Japanese screen, reflect on the poetic verse of an Islamic manuscript, and rediscover the spirit of nature in the vast stillness of Daniel Eskenazi’s striking images.