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Geneva, Switzerland

Genève, Suisse

https://www.artgeneve.ch

Geneva, Switzerland

Sabah Art Advisory is an art consultancy firm based in Geneva which specializes in Post-War and Contemporary Art. We provide comprehensive services to private art collectors, family estates and investors all around the world.-Sales and other related activities (advising, art collection management, appraisals)-Sourcing artworks on the secondary market-Conducting extensive research on artworks and providing market analysis-Updating and developing client database-Maintaining invoice files and assisting with accounting-Monitoring shipping and assisting with other administrative tasks-Conducting due diligence investigations when required

Genève, Suisse

- Curating an exhibition of Cuban Contemporary Art: conception, curation, artist liaison, press relations, sales and logistics'EN PROCESO: Emergences Cubaines' - September 2020 at Espace Témoin, Geneva.

London, Royaume-Uni

Work Experience Programme - Post-War and Contemporary Art Department:-Helping to set up the Post-War and Contemporary sale -Conducting research and managing the department's library-Providing general administrative support to the department

London, Royaume-Uni

Assisting the curator with the organisation of the exhibition 'Duck & Cover!', Malachi Farrell’s first solo show in the UK:-Assisting with exhibition layout and ​installation -Assisting with research, literature and editorial content -Welcoming and guiding the public and VIPs throughout the exhibition-Managing press relations

Région De Paris, France

Internship at the arts fairs Paris Tableau & Salon du Dessin, Paris: -Liaising with galleries, partners and the press-Assisting with the organisation and communication of the fair -Assisting with the organisation of events, including talks and tours-Providing support to the Vetting Committee -Welcoming, informing and guiding VIPs

Ville De Paris, Île-De-France, France

Internship at Galerie Antoine Laurentin, Paris: - Conducting research on Impressionist and Modern Art- Maintaining gallery archives, library and research materials- Writing and translating several catalogue entries- Proof-reading exhibition catalogues- Assisting with the organisation of exhibitions and art fairs (The Salon Art+Design, New York, TEFAF, Maastricht, Salon du Dessin, Paris)- Welcoming, informing and guiding visitors in the gallery- Providing general administrative support to the gallery

Région De Paris, France

Internship at Galerie Dider Aaron, Old Masters Drawings Department, Paris:-Conducting research and writing factsheets-Maintaining departmental archives and library-Assisting with inventories-Assisting with the organisation and preparation of art fairs (Biennale des Antiquaires, Paris, Salon du Dessin, Paris and Paris Tableau)-Providing administrative support to the department

Région De Paris, France

Internship at Colonnes Agency: PR agency specialised in the Art Market & Culture in Paris: -Assisting with the promotion of several press campaigns, including: Carré Rive Gauche, Paris, Salon du Dessin, Paris and the Fondation de Coubertin, Ile-De-France-Assisting with the development and distribution of PR materials including brochures, pamphlets, newsletters, and videos-Editing and proof-reading press releases-Assisting with the organization and execution of PR events (Carré Rive Gauche, Paris)-Answering phones, responding to emails and inquiries, and performing other daily administrative tasks-Developing and maintaining positive relationships with clients, media and journalists.

Région De Paris, France

Internship at Sotheby's, Russian Art Department, Paris: -Assisting the department with sale related projects, including the Alexander Benois pre-sale exhibition in Paris-Maintaining departmental archives, library and research materials-Conducting research and writing catalogue notes-Providing general administrative support to the department -Answering phone calls, taking and delivering messages

Master'S Degree, History And Business Of The Contemporary Art Market, With Distinction

MA DISSERTATION: Between Regime and Market: Emerging Complexities in the Cuban Art World Structure, Practice and Theory.

Education record

Formation de l'Acteur - Théâtre Acting in English

Bachelor'S Degree, Art Market And Expertise, With Distinction

Spécialité: Peinture et arts graphiques (Peinture européenne et française du XVème, XVIème, XVIIème, XVIIIème siècles, Peinture européenne.

Fondation Year Diploma, With Distinction (Dean'S List)

-Drawing Fundamentals -2D Integrated Studio -3D Design -Critical Thinking and Writing -History of Art

Swiss Matura (Maturité Fédérale Suisse), With Distinction And Special Distinction For Extended Essay In Visual Arts

Activities and Societies: -Peer Counselor (2007-2010) -Extra activities: Theatre, Dance, Painting and Ceramic classes