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Artists and WritersNew York, United States1001-5000 Employees
Sotheby’s, established in 1744, is a long-standing participant in the art and luxury sector. It enables access to and acquisition of art and luxury objects through auctions and buy-now channels including private sales, e-commerce, and retail. The company operates a global marketplace supported by a technology platform and a network of specialists across 40 countries and 70 categories, including Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits, Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate. It is headquartered at 1334 York Avenue in New York, New York 10021, United States, and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. Notable recent activities include the 2023 acquisition of a storied New York building for about $100 million, and 2026 announcements involving partnerships and leadership appointments in its private sales, retail, and watch divisions.