For Clients looking to purchase works of art:
- Research possible venues (auction, on-line, dealers, galleries) for potential purchases
- Obtain and present relevant market data
- Educate first time buyers about the acquisitions process
- Act as a liaison between clients and auction houses or dealers, including phone bidding, obtaining condition reports, etc.
- Negotiate on behalf of the client
For Clients looking to sell works of art:
- Research and present statistics/comparable figures to help gauge the current value of individual works of art
- Investigate and recommend the best venue for the sale (gallery, traditional auction, on-line sales, etc.
- Work with auction house and gallery specialists to facilitate the sales process
- Assist in the coordination of shipping artwork.
- Represent the client looking to bid on items at auction