ACQUISITION / BUYING ART

In line with your collecting objectives we source the artwork for you.  Our market knowledge ensures we can procure the best available, in addition to ensuring the work you are seeking to acquire adheres to a stringent due diligence process.  We guide you through the acquisition process, from assessing condition reports to negotiating the transaction to transporting and installing the work to your preferred premises.

In brief, we provide:

• Access to high quality art from leading galleries, artists and auction houses;

• Negotiation of private commissions;

• An opinion and recommendation on existing or proposed acquisitions;

• Impartial yet informed advice based on market knowledge, price research and due diligence; and

• Coordination of transport or storage, framing and installation

DEACCESSION / SELLING ART

For some collectors, the prospect of deaccessioning or selling an artwork or collection can be daunting.  Moreover, the art market can be rather opaque in terms of locating an appropriate venue, platform, or buyer, as well as ascertaining a market ready price.  We can provide you with recommendations for selected avenues through which to sell your artwork or collection, whilst at the same time, remaining mindful of your financial objective.

In brief, we provide:

• A sales and marketing strategy;

• Negotiation of private sales;

• An assessment on existing or proposed sales; and

• Impartial yet informed advice based on market knowledge, price research and due diligence.

AUCTION AGENCY & REPRESENTATION 

For those in the trade, auctions are the art world's blood sport, with collectors and speculators convening in salesrooms to compete with one another for the finest works coming to market.  For the initiated, they are quite the theatrical experience! For those unfamiliar with the seemingly baroque logic of art auctions, they can seem impenetrable mysteries.  Navigating the auction scene can be challenging and even frustrating for the uninitiated. 

However, by appointing Catherine Asquith Art Advisory as your agent, you will benefit from the assurance and backing of a seasoned professional.

Our auction agency and representation includes:

• pre-consignment assessment, advices and recommendations;

• pre-auction due diligence on auction lot(s);

• negotiations for consignment of a single artwork or a large and expansive/high value collection; and

• bidding at auction in lieu.

COLLECTION MANAGEMENT

An essential component in maintaining the value, condition and ultimately, integrity of your collection, is professional asset management practices.  By appointing Catherine Asquith Art Advisory your collection will benefit from a careful and considered approach.  

Art asset management strategies include:

• Cataloguing, condition checking, digital photography;

• Research and audit of your artworks;

• Preparation of inventories;

• Assistance with conservation and restoration;

• Referrals for advice on insurance solutions;

• Facilitation of artwork loans; and

• Management of transport and storage.