Art expert / Art critic 8

Our auction company is seeking an art historian to join our team. We are seeking a responsible and organized individual who enjoys order and art, and who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: Conduct expert appraisals of works of art—determine authorship, technique, style, and period. Assess market value, prepare expert opinions and recommendations. Prepare catalog descriptions of lots for auctions and online sales in Russian and English. Check the condition of works (damage reports), analyze provenance (provenance checks). Maintain and systematize a database: photographs, specifications, and sales history. Provide consultations on purchasing and collection development for auctions and direct sales. Participate in the preparation and support of auction sales. Work with copywriters and marketers to publish lots online. Monitor current trends and price dynamics in the international art market. Requirements: Higher education in art history, art history, cultural studies, or related humanities disciplines. Experience working in an auction house, gallery, museum, or art foundation is a plus. Expertise in appraising works—determining authorship, technique, style, period, and market value. Knowledge of the contemporary and classical art markets, understanding trends and price dynamics. Excellent command of Russian and English, with the ability to prepare professional texts and descriptions in both languages. Confident computer skills, database management, and knowledge of cataloguing standards. Personal qualities: Attention to detail, careful wording, ability to verify facts and sources, organization, and ability to work to deadlines.