HQ Function

Global headquarters for Sotheby's operations, including auctions, private sales, exhibitions, client services, and corporate administration. It houses extensive gallery spaces and specialist departments.

Notable Features:

State-of-the-art, redesigned galleries (renovated 2019) spanning over 90,000 square feet with 40 distinct gallery spaces, advanced lighting, and flexible configurations. Features public exhibition spaces, auction rooms, and private viewing areas.

Work Culture:

A dynamic, high-stakes environment driven by expertise in art and luxury markets. Culture emphasizes connoisseurship, client relationships, and global collaboration. It's known for its professional, sophisticated, and often fast-paced atmosphere, especially during major auction seasons.

HQ Significance:

As Sotheby's global flagship, the New York headquarters is a central hub for the international art market, hosting major auctions and exhibitions that attract collectors and art enthusiasts worldwide. It symbolizes the company's prestige and global reach.

Values Reflected in HQ: The headquarters reflects Sotheby's values of expertise, luxury, innovation (through its modern gallery design), accessibility (with more public spaces), and a commitment to showcasing art in the best possible environment.

Location:

Sotheby's maintains a significant global presence with a network of 80 offices in 40 countries. This global footprint supports worldwide auctions, private sales, online marketplace activities, art financing, advisory services, and specialist departments covering a vast range of collecting categories including fine art, decorative arts, furniture, jewelry, watches, and wine. This network allows for sourcing and selling luxury items globally, catering to an international clientele.

Street Address:

1334 York Avenue

City:

New York

State/Province:

NY

Country:

USA