Cataloguer, 20th and 21st Century Art

The Role

The cataloguer is responsible for cataloguing and coordinating sale property for the Business Group

Specific duties & responsibilities will include but are not limited to

·       Researches property including authenticity, bibliography, and where appropriate provenance and exhibition history.

·       Prepares catalogue notes and condition reports and assists with catalogue production.

·       Catalogues property including photography, research, footnotes etc.

·       Participates in activities that support the smooth running of the sale.

·       Provides support and research on pricing and valuation etc.

·       Develops own specialist knowledge.

·       Builds an understanding of the current market and the key players, objects knowledge and channels.

·       Actively participates and prepares property for meetings to determine value, condition and marketability.

·       Other duties as assigned.

The Candidate

•                Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in Art.

•                Previous internship or work experience in relevant department or having functional experience relevant to the role

•                Demonstrated ability in appraising property for catalogue research and raisonee.

•                Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

•                Strong organizational skills.

•                Research skills including analysis and interpretation of data.

•                Attention to detail

•                Ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines.

•                Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with diplomacy.

•                Knowledge of email, spreadsheet, work processing and presentation software (Microsoft Office)

•                Ability to learn Christie’s systems as approapiate to role

•                Chinese and English proficient

•                An appreciation of and understanding of relevant Business Group and/or region including appreciation/understanding of watches an advantage

•                Basic knowledge of sales structures and/or general office environment/duties

•                Ability to work collaboratively, team player

•                Conscientious

•                Tenaciouis and resilent.