Associate Cataloguer, Private Sales

ABOUT SOTHEBY'S

Established in 1744, Sotheby’s is the world’s premier destination for art and luxury. Synonymous with innovation, Sotheby’s promotes access, connoisseurship and preservation of fine art and rare objects through auctions, private sales and retail locations. Our trusted global marketplace is supported by a network of specialists spanning 40 countries and 50 categories, which include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits, and Interiors, among many others.

 

THE ROLE

Catalogue and research Private Sale Objects in New York for the Global Fine Art categories. This role plays a central part in the department to process Private Sales in New York and prepare objects for sale.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Research and Cataloguing

• Assist with cataloguing, researching and preparing notes for Private Sales objects for the Global Fine Art departments.
• Provenance research; working with restitution department to fill in WWII gaps
• High-Value Lot process; Compliance checklist, ALR search, HVL checklist
• Perform thorough book checks and vetting of information provided by client
• Assist in physical inspection and condition reporting for evening sale works
• Manage authentication process with Director of Research
• Assist business getters with cataloguing, researching and notes for proposal purposes
• Assist with cataloguing, researching and preparing notes for Private Sales objects for the Global Fine Art departments with a focus on middle-market property.

Condition Reports and Conservation

• Manage the condition report needs and processes as they evolve
• Manage communications and schedule meetings with condition report vendors (conservators)

Sourcing

• Collaborate with departments to develop and implement a methodology for identifying potential works for proactive sourcing

 

IDEAL EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor’s degree with Major/Concentrator in Art History
• 1-2 years of professional experience required
• Knowledge of Impressionist art history, artists and values
• Impeccable organizational & writing skills
• Strong time-management skills
• Dependable, proactive, mature
• Ability to multi task and perform in a pressured environment and handle high level of responsibility
• Ability to work well with others as well as independently in order to achieve deadlines
• Occasional long hours required, included late evenings and weekends during sale deadlines, exhibitions and auctions
• Strong computer skills with knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Sotheby’s experience helpful
• French language skills a plus

The proposed base salary for this position ranges from $50,000-$56,000. In addition to base salary successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus, as well as a competitive benefits package. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered.

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