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Christine Kuan on Building a Career in the Art World

institutional · 2026-05-04

Christine Kuan, CEO of Sotheby's Institute of Art and Director of its New York campus, highlights the institution's pioneering role in art market studies. The Institute was the first to combine art history and object study with market-focused courses. Students can study in London, Los Angeles, New York, or online, gaining access to global art world figures and exclusive job opportunities.

Key facts

  • Christine Kuan is CEO of Sotheby's Institute of Art and Director of its New York location.
  • The Institute pioneered the field of art market studies.
  • It was the first to combine art history and object study with market courses.
  • Students can study in London, Los Angeles, New York, or online.
  • The program provides contact with major global art world protagonists and events.
  • Exclusive job opportunities are available to participants.
  • The interview was published on Artribune in February 2019.
  • The Institute offers a unique opportunity to study in three key contemporary art hubs.

Entities

Institutions

  • Sotheby's Institute of Art
  • Artribune

Locations

  • New York
  • London
  • Los Angeles

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