RAPAPORT… UK-based auction house Bonhams has appointed Kate Flitcroft as senior specialist in its London jewelry department.
Flitcroft will begin the new role immediately, working out of the company’s New Bond Street office, Bonhams said Monday. She joins from Scottish auction house Lyon & Turnbull, where she was head of the jewelry and silver department.
The qualified auctioneer previously spent 10 years at Christie’s in London, and makes regular appearances as an expert on BBC television show Antiques Roadshow.
“I am very pleased to welcome Kate to Bonhams,” said Emily Barber, UK head of jewelry at Bonhams. “Her wealth of experience will be invaluable as we continue to expand our jewelry offering in the UK.”
Image: Kate Flitcroft. (Bonhams)
Bonhams Hires Senior Jewelry Specialist in London
The Bottom Line
- Kate Flitcroft joins Bonhams as senior specialist in the London jewelry department, starting immediately.
- Flitcroft previously led the jewelry and silver department at Lyon & Turnbull and spent 10 years at Christie’s London.
- Bonhams aims to expand its UK jewelry offerings with Flitcroft’s expertise, according to UK head Emily Barber.
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