Temporary Associate Cataloguer, Private Sales & Middle Market Auctions
Sotheby'sAbout the role
<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>ABOUT SOTHEBY'S</strong></p> <p>Established in 1744, Sotheby’s promotes access and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions, private sales and retail. Our deep expertise across 70 selling categories is supported by a leading technology platform and a global network of specialists spanning 40 countries. Selling categories include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits and Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate through RM Sotheby’s and Concierge. Sotheby’s Financial Services is a leading art lender and provides capital solutions for collectors around the world, having originated more than $12 billion in loans since its inception. Sotheby’s new global headquarters is now open at the iconic Breuer building at 945 Madison Avenue in New York City.</p></div><p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="Normal (Web)">THE ROLE</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335557856":16777215,"335559740":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">Sotheby’s is seeking a Temporary Associate Cataloguer to support the Private Sales and Middle Market Auction teams. This role will assist in researching, cataloguing and preparing works for upcoming auctions and private sales. The position offers exposure to all stages of the auction and private sale cycles and close collaboration with specialists, researchers, and cross-departmental partners.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335551550":6,"335551620":6,"335557856":16777215}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="none">Assist with cataloguing, researching and preparing notes for Private Sales and Middle Market Global Fine Art departments.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Organize scans and references for catalogue entries/perform thorough book checks and vetting</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Draft catalogue essays</span><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-c
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