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Established London, 1887
Where Scholarship
Meets Discretion
For over a century, Wotherby's has been trusted by collectors, institutions, and private clients to handle works of the highest consequence with the utmost care.
The House
Excellence without exception
Founded in 1887 by Edmund Wotherby and his partner Sir Francis Carrow, Wotherby's has grown from a single Bond Street saleroom to one of the foremost auction houses in the world. We conduct sales across London, New York, Geneva, Hong Kong, and Paris, with specialist expertise spanning Old Masters to contemporary photography.
Our approach is grounded in scholarship. Every work that passes through Wotherby's is subject to rigorous provenance research, independent authentication, and expert appraisal by specialists with decades of experience in their fields. Our clients trust us precisely because we do not compromise on due diligence or discretion.
137
Years in business
£4.2bn
Total sales, 2023
9
International offices
Our Departments
01
Old Masters & 17th Century
Paintings, drawings, and works on paper from the Renaissance through to the late eighteenth century, spanning the full range of European and Northern schools.
02
Impressionist & Modern Art
Works by the foundational figures of modern painting, sculpture, and works on paper, from the Barbizon School through to mid-century masters of the European avant-garde.
03
Jewellery & Watches
Important signed and unsigned jewels, natural pearls, coloured gemstones, and timepieces from the world's leading maisons, offered in our dedicated Geneva sales.
04
Asian Art & Antiquities
Imperial and scholarly works from China, Japan, Korea, and the ancient world, including Chinese ceramics, bronzes, jade, and objects from the classical Mediterranean.
Forthcoming Sale
Old Masters & 17th Century Works
Old Master Painting
Portrait of a Nobleman with a Glove
Circle of Peter Paul Rubens (1577–1640)
Estimate£180,000 – £250,000
Old Master Painting
The Rest on the Flight into Egypt
Workshop of Nicolas Poussin (1594–1665)
Estimate£95,000 – £135,000
Old Master Painting
Saint Sebastian
Vittorio de Santi (c.1568–c.1631)
EstimateOn application
Private Treaty Sales
Beyond the saleroom
For works of extraordinary sensitivity, value, or provenance complexity, Wotherby's Private Sales division offers a discreet alternative. Our team works directly with buyers and sellers to structure transactions with the care and confidentiality that the most significant works demand.
Contact your representative to enquire