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Art Advisory: Before the Hammer – The Making of a Marquee Evening Sale with Sotheby’s

April 13, 2026·26 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

UBS Art Advisory Specialist, Rachel Peart, sits down with David Galperin, Vice Chairman, Head of Contemporary Art at Sotheby’s, to explore how a marquee evening sale is built. From sourcing trophy works to managing strategy, Rachel and David bring awareness to the multitude of consideration that are refined before an auctioneer takes the podium. Together, they explore how an evening sale is built, curated, and refined. And lastly, David highlights insights into the upcoming May 2026 auctions, including the impressive Robert Mnuchin: Collector at Heart evening sale.

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