Established in 1744 by Samuel Baker and later joined by George Leigh, Sotheby's is one of the world's oldest and most prestigious auction houses. Headquartered in London, England, it specializes in fine art, jewelry, antiques, and collectibles, earning global acclaim. Over its remarkable history, Sotheby's has expanded its expertise to include a wide array of categories. Its auctions feature paintings, sculptures, furniture, decorative arts, jewelry, & fine wines. Renowned for its proficiency in assessing rare pieces, ensuring the highest standards.
The auction house has orchestrated extraordinary sales that have captivated audiences worldwide. Among its most notable achievements are record-breaking transactions of revered artworks, including Vincent van Gogh's Irises, which set an unprecedented benchmark for sales in its era. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, Sotheby's is celebrated for its discerning eye, impeccable service, and unmatched expertise. Its prestigious offerings continue to attract collectors, investors, and enthusiasts globally, cementing its place as a leader in art, collectibles, and beyond.
Sotheby’s has been uniting collectors with world-class works of art since 1744. Sotheby’s became the first international auction house when it expanded from London to New York (1955), the first to conduct sales in Hong Kong (1973), India (1992), and France (2001), and the first international fine art auction house in China (2012). Today, Sotheby’s has a global network of 80 offices in 40 countries and presents auctions in 10 different salesrooms, in New York, London, and Hong Kong.
Sotheby’s Bid Now program allows visitors to view all auctions live online and place bids from anywhere in the world. Sotheby’s offers collectors the resources of Sotheby’s Financial Services, the world’s only full-service art financing company, and the collection, artist, estate & foundation advisory services of its subsidiary, Art Agency, Partners. Sotheby’s presents private sale opportunities in more than 70 categories, including the gallery arm of Sotheby's Global Art Division, and three retail businesses, Sotheby’s Wine, Sotheby’s Diamonds, and Sotheby’s Home, the online marketplace & design.
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