Eva Erdmann
Peppermint Grove,WA
Summary
With over 26 years of experience in the fine and decorative arts industry, I brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. Throughout my career, I have excelled in auctioneering, appraising, and researching fine art and antiques. I worked at Sotheby's auction house in South Africa for 14 years. Over time, I progressed from being an intern to assuming roles such as head of department, principal auctioneer, and Director. I'm renowned for my consistency and outstanding performance. I take pride in my multicultural background and fluency in three languages.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Supervisor
Georg Jensen
05.2023 - Current
- I handle all repairs and offer customers advice on care of their items
- I ensure timely completion of stocktake through effective scheduling
- I set up displays and exhibitions
- I mentor junior team members for accelerated professional growth and skill development
- I maintain and work on customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Fine Art Consultant
Eva Erdmann Consultants
04.2010 - 11.2022
- I started my own art consultancy providing valuations, appraisals and condition reports for private and corporate art collections. I worked of a number of corporate art collects including Dimension Data, MTN (Mobil Telephone Network) and Arcelor Mittal.
- In addition, I provided guidance on proper care, maintenance, and display techniques for various types of artwork to ensure longevity and preservation of value.
- I valued one of the most important corporate collections in South Africa. MTN is one of the largest mobile networks operators globally and hold top position in Africa.
- My biggest accomplishment was being invited to do a valuation for Cambridge University.
Head of Jewellery, Silver, and Clocks
Stephan Welz & Co. in association with Sotheby's
03.2002 - 03.2010
- I was head of department of jewellery, silver and clocks for Johannesburg and Cape Town. I was the main cataloguer and researcher.
- I was part of the entire auction process and catalogue production. I travelled throughout South Africa doing valuation days similar to the Antique Road Show.
- I was an auctioneer for a number of different departments including Fine arts. I also did a number of charity auctions. I travelled often to Sotheby's London. I went for training and worked on auctions.
- I was privileged to work with Dendy Easton (Head of 19th and 20th Century Paintings) and Joanna Hardy (Head of Jewellery) from Sotheby's London. They were both experts featured on the BBC Antiques Road Show
- My biggest accomplishment was to become principal auctioneer in Johannesburg and Cape Town.
Assistant in Decorative Arts Department
Stephan Welz & Co. in association with Sotheby's
05.1998 - 02.2002
- I assisted the head of department in researching and cataloguing various fields including ceramics, glass, metalwork, works of art and textiles.
- I was responsible for proper documentation and handling of items, data entry, and setting up displays.
- I was responsible for the safe keeping and setting up the lots of the decorative arts department for the auctions.
- My biggest accomplishment was researching and cataloguing an important antique doll collection.
- I travelled to Sotheby's London and I was privileged to trained by Phil Howell. He was head of European Ceramics and Glass.
Internship Student
Stephan Welz & Co. in association with Sotheby'sSotheby's
03.1996 - 04.1998
- I assisted between different departments, from the library, reception, accounts, logistics to various specialised departments.
- I developed professional skills through hands-on experiences through setting up and breaking down auctions and exhibitions
Volunteer
Johannesburg Art Gallery
05.1995 - 02.1996
- I was managing library art resources and maintaining the library inventory
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Pretoria, South AfricaArt Management
Sotheby's Institute of Art
LondonPersonal Referrals
Melissa Gadaleta +61 448 025 496
Brigitte Cederberg +61 488 793 191
Timeline
Senior Supervisor
Georg Jensen
05.2023 - Current
Fine Art Consultant
Eva Erdmann Consultants
04.2010 - 11.2022
Head of Jewellery, Silver, and Clocks
Stephan Welz & Co. in association with Sotheby's
03.2002 - 03.2010
Assistant in Decorative Arts Department
Stephan Welz & Co. in association with Sotheby's
05.1998 - 02.2002
Internship Student
Stephan Welz & Co. in association with Sotheby'sSotheby's
03.1996 - 04.1998
Volunteer
Johannesburg Art Gallery
05.1995 - 02.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Art Management
Sotheby's Institute of Art
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