Talks Series

Evening Discussions and Masterclasses

Join us at Sotheby’s Institute of Art-London for a dynamic program of events with leading figures from the worlds of art and luxury.

These sessions offer a window into the Institute’s vibrant community and its role in shaping tomorrow’s cultural landscape. Gain fresh perspectives on art, luxury, and the ideas driving global conversations.

Browse the upcoming program, below.

Wednesday Talks

On select Wednesday evenings, enjoy a free talk followed by a drinks reception, giving guests the chance to continue the conversation and connect. Each talk is free to attend, advance registration is required to secure your spot.

Organised by the MA in Art Business

April 15, 6pm: Art Fairs in Asia: Past, Present, Future

Join Magnus Renfrew and Melanie Fasche for a conversation about Magnus‘ career, the development of art fairs in Asia and what lies ahead.

Masterclasses

Explore the Institute’s academic approach with masterclasses. These faculty-led taster lectures provide a glimpse into the ideas, methods, and perspectives that define our curriculum.

Organised by the MA in Art Business

April 27, 5pm: The Rise of the Hong Kong Art Market - Collectors, Museums, and Auctions in the 20th Century

Taking the trading of Chinese art as its focus, this lecture offers insight into the phenomenal rise of the Hong Kong art market in the 20th century. The eventful period between the 1950s and 1990s saw the emergence of influential collecting societies, museums, dealer galleries, and auction houses that established this former British colony as a leading global hub in the art market today.

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