ART ADVISORY
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Buying
Whether you are new to collecting or have an established art collection, Francesca can provide tailored acquisition advice. Following a consultation session to establish your brief including style, subject, size, budget and required timeframe, she will use her in depth market knowledge and wide network of primary galleries, auction houses and private clients to present you with a targeted proposal of potential works for your consideration. Viewings will be arranged for you for works that are available locally. For works that are being offered via auction, she can arrange for condition reports to be provided and to bid on your behalf, if required. For sales via private treaty or commercial gallery, Francesca will negotiate the sale on your behalf and assist you in finalising the acquisition. Transport, framing (if required) and installation can also be arranged.
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Selling
Whether you are new to collecting or have an established art collection, Francesca can provide tailored acquisition advice. Following a consultation session to establish your brief including style, subject, size, budget and required timeframe, she will use her in depth market knowledge and wide network of primary galleries, auction houses and private clients to present you with a targeted proposal of potential works for your consideration. Viewings will be arranged for you for works that are available locally. For works that are being offered via auction, she can arrange for condition reports to be provided and to bid on your behalf, if required. For sales via private treaty or commercial gallery, Francesca will negotiate the sale on your behalf and assist you in finalising the acquisition. Transport, framing (if required) and installation can also be arranged.
When deciding to sell, Francesca will use her extensive secondary market knowledge to establish the best avenue for sale. Correct placement of the work or collection with the most suitable auction house, secondary market dealer or offering to targeted, private buyers, is key to achieving the strongest result. If you are considering rationalising a collection, Francesca can provide advice on which parts of the collection are best sold in order to maximise results whilst still maintain the integrity and structure of the collection.
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Corporate Art Advisory
Whether you are establishing a corporate art collection or refining an existing one, Francesca can provide independent corporate art advisory services tailored to your organisation's objectives. She works with businesses, architects, interior designers and property professionals to curate an art collection that enhances workplaces, reflects brand identity and creates engaging environments for staff and visitors alike.
Building an art collection is an investment in your organisation's identity and, for Australian art collections it can also be a meaningful way to support our thriving creative sector and celebrate the artists who shape our cultural landscape. For organisations with an international presence or global partnerships, a thoughtfully curated collection can also reflect these connections through the inclusion of international artists. Francesca provides access to leading contemporary Australian Indigenous, non-Indigenous and international artists, through her extensive network of galleries, artists and studios.
Drawing on more than 20 years of experience at Sotheby's and Bonhams, she also advises on acquiring traditional and modern art on the secondary market through auction houses, art dealers and private collections. Francesca can assist with collection strategy, artwork sourcing, artist commissions, budgeting, procurement, framing, transport and installation, ensuring a seamless process from concept to completion. Every recommendation is made independently, with a focus on quality, provenance and long-term value, resulting in collections that are both visually compelling and enduring assets for your organisation.