Setting Standards for Art Advisors

Overview

For well over a century, art collectors have been supported by the expertise of curators, gallerists, art dealers, auction houses, and even other collectors and artists in discovering and acquiring exceptional works of art for their collections. Utilizing specialized expertise can help a collector develop their connoisseurship, expand their areas of interest, and engage more fully in the process of learning and collecting. As the art market continues to expand, advice and services for collectors have expanded and become more professionalized.

In this talk, the role of art professionals in the formation of private art collections are discussed from various angles. Four panelists shed light on their thinking from the perspectives of a public institution, a contemporary gallery, and an art advisor—how can these different players assist collectors in the building of their collections, and what standards should collectors expect from advisors?

TEFAF Talks are interactive panel discussions exploring today’s most fascinating topics in the worlds of art, antiques, and design. Paired with leading content partners, these talks showcase the knowledge of leading experts in the broader TEFAF community. This talk is presented in partnership with APAA and moderated by Sarah Douglas, ARTnews.

Panelists