Founded in 1766 by James Christie, Christie's Inc. is a globally renowned art auction house headquartered in London, England. The company specializes in auctioning fine and decorative arts, jewelry, photographs, wine, and cars, serving a worldwide market. Christie's operates numerous locations globally, providing a platform for collectors and connoisseurs to acquire rare and valuable items. Their core mission is to connect art enthusiasts with exceptional pieces while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and expertise.
Notable figures associated with Christie's include François Pinault, the owner, and Guillaume Cerutti, the CEO. As a subsidiary of Groupe Artémis, Christie's has achieved significant milestones, including generating $6.2 billion in revenue in 2023. The auction house has made a substantial impact on the art world by facilitating the sale of some of the most iconic and valuable art pieces in history, thereby shaping the global art market and cultural heritage.
