COLLECT • CURATE • TRADE

ART

JUDE HESS ART ADVISORY

With a distinct taste and flare for rare and valuable Artworks, I guide and advise Art Lovers as they build their Art Collection, discreetly providing expertise throughout the entire process of acquiring, refining, and managing Collections.
I help Collectors navigate the intricacies of the ever changing international Art Industry with over 25 years of experience as both a Collector and former Director of Phillips and Christie’s Auction Houses.
I deliver bespoke and unbiased insights while optimizing my clients’ interests through all kinds of art transactions.

Advising Art Lovers on acquiring and building collections in Impressionism, Modern and Contemporary Art.

A Full Service Art Advisory

Discreet sourcing of your dream Artworks to hang in harmony in your home, as your taste demands. Providing an extensive network into sourcing Art and Design with Private Collectors and Art Galleries globally, I assess value and price levels in order to optimize costs and revenues when purchasing and selling privately or at Auction.
Ensuring Collectors pay or receive an optimal price for their painting. Furthermore, exploring all avenues both privately and with auction houses to create the best deals possible when buying and selling.
The Auction block is where the world can see the true value of a painting. It is place where great artworks can be acquired and solid investments can be made. The energy in the room is unlike any other place. Emotions can run high, bidding wars happen, but most importantly, the best available artworks are on display ready to change hands.
Auction season is a great opportunity to feast your eyes on paintings that haven’t been in circulation for sometimes up to 50 or 100 years.
There are many things to consider when buying a painting at auction. Authenticity should be guaranteed by the auction house, but the condition is not always the best, artworks are sold as seen, and, all sales are final - so you want to make sure you are buying the right work, in the right condition as well.
With over 20 years of experience with Auction Houses, both as a client and as a former Director at Phillips and Christie's, I provide guidance in quality, price and value levels, support on all levels for Acquisitions and Sales at Auctions worldwide.
Irrevocable Bids and Auction Guarantees provide collectors with an opportunity to acquire a painting at the lowest price possible by working together with the Auction House.
Once we have identified the piece to Guarantee, we will make an offer to the auction house to buy it at a specified low estimate, “Guaranteeing” a sale for both the consignor and Auction House at a minimum reserve opening bid.
Should the Guarantor not land the painting and be outbid above the low, they share in the upside profits with the Auction House- making it either a great way to collect, or a way to make profits without shelling out a penny.
Sourcing your dream painting by your favorite artist, or conducing a full condition report on a potential acquisition ensuring no detail, or restoration goes unnoticed.
Working with Galleries, Auction Houses, Dealers, other Advisors, and Private Collectors across the globe to trade, buy, and sell the best works from your favorite artists, at the right price.
Ensuring you are buying the best quality works, or helping you locate that special painting you have had your eye on for some time. Through my extensive network, I’m able to both locate any work but also potentially get in touch with owners to strike a deal not available otherwise.
Art valuation is a crucial process that determines the monetary worth of an artwork. A few things are important here, mainly the Condition of the work, Provenance of the Ownership and Artist Market Outlook.
Market Analysis: Advisors analyze current market trends, recent sales, and auction results to assess the artwork's value in relation to similar pieces.
Provenance and Authenticity: examining the artwork’s history, including previous ownership and authenticity, as these factors significantly influence value.
Condition Assessment: The use of blacklight is sometimes needed to spot inpainting and restorations, sometimes not disclosed prior, I work. with expert restorers to protect Collectors against any bad investments, as well as helping those that want to exit an artwork to achieve an optimal price.
Art collections can significantly impact the complexities of estate management, whether for legacy or tax considerations.
From accurate valuations to effective exit strategies, I offer comprehensive support in establishing and executing a complete Art Estate Plan. This ensures that you can appreciate your art while knowing it is properly protected and structured, enhancing your life while simplifying your family's future.
Art serves not only as a beautiful addition to your living space but also as a strategic investment opportunity. Its value can appreciate over time, offering unique advantages beyond mere aesthetics. Utilizing art as a financial liquidity tool enables individuals to enhance their cash flow while diversifying their investment portfolio.
In my role, I focus on securing competitive rates for Art Financing. This service empowers clients to acquire pieces that align with their personal and financial objectives without sacrificing cash flow. By providing tailored financing options, I ensure that clients can pursue their passion for collecting art while maintaining financial stability and cash flow.
Moreover, an effective strategy is to leverage existing artworks by obtaining liquidity and financing through loans.
By doing so, Art can actively work for you, contributing to a more dynamic financial landscape. This approach maximizes the potential of your collection, transforming valued pieces into practical assets that can support your financial needs.
Financing artworks provides a flexible way to acquire the pieces you love while managing your budget effectively. Take advantage of great rates to buy the artwork you desire without straining your cash flow.
Providing Confidential International Collection Management encompasses a comprehensive suite of services designed to safeguard and enhance your art investments.
Art valuation services include pre-sale or pre-purchase assessments featuring blacklight condition reports, market studies, and artist evaluations to ensure informed decision-making.
Offering a professional white glove art installation service, ensuring your pieces are hung with precision and care.
Additionally, prioritizing your investment's protection through tailored art insurance policies.
Our white glove art shipping service facilitates the secure transportation of your works wall to wall. For those needing temporary removal of art from their walls, we collaborate with top-tier art storage companies.
Furthermore, our customs, import, and Freeport services come with a white glove approach, carefully navigating logistical challenges to optimize the movement and storage of your collection while minimizing tax implications.
Creating a comprehensive Art Database for the collection, digitally organizing and cataloging each work in the collection.
Assisting clients in collaborating with museums involves a strategic approach to enhance the visibility and credibility of their artworks on a global stage. This process includes identifying suitable museums that align with the client's artistic vision, establishing partnerships, and promoting exhibitions that can attract international audiences.
Furthermore, ensuring the provenance of these works is critical; it requires meticulous documentation and verification of the artwork's history and ownership. By fostering relationships with curators and museum professionals, clients can enhance their reputations and the scholarly value of their collections, ultimately leading to greater appreciation and recognition in the art world.