Expert Tribal Art
Core
Curate high-quality auctions of Southeast Asian, Oceanic, or Americas Art & Antiques by evaluating objects for authenticity, provenance, and market relevance.
Role type
Senior IC specialist curator (art & antiques)
Builds
High-quality auction lots and category growth
Domain
Art & Antiques (Southeast Asian, Oceanic, Americas)
Required skills
Authenticity assessment, provenance research, market analysis, seller relationship management, auction strategy, commercial insight
Preferred skills
African Art expertise, established specialist network, additional languages, broader regional expertise
Technologies
Specialist literature, archives, databases, auction records, digital platforms
Responsibilities
Evaluate objects for authenticity, age, attribution, condition, and provenance; research provenance and identify compliance risks; develop relationships with dealers, galleries, and collectors; support sellers with estimates and presentation; identify category growth opportunities; develop and test auction themes and process improvements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC