General Appraiser, Furniture and Decorative Arts

Doyle•New York, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers in New York City is seeking an experienced General Appraiser of Furniture and Decorative Arts. The appraiser will work within the Furniture and Decorative Arts department, supporting the department Director and specialist team with business development and cataloguing property for sale. The position also works with the Trusts and Estates team on estate tax appraisals. This is a full-time, in-house position requiring regular local travel within the region for on-site property appraisals and client consultations. Compensation is competitive, and the position includes a comprehensive benefits package. DOYLE, founded in 1962, is an auctioneer and appraiser of Fine Art, Jewelry, Furniture, Decorations, and other categories. Headquartered in New York City with regional offices across the country, the company presents auctions throughout the year for a global base of buyers and consignors. DOYLE emphasizes individual attention to clients.

Requirements

At least five years of experience identifying, appraising, and cataloguing American and European furniture and decorative arts in an auction house, gallery, or related field.
Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Polished, professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills for client interactions.
Understanding of auction house culture, principles, and practices.
Strong commercial awareness and ability to think strategically.
Excellent research and organizational skills.
Ability to multitask and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to travel locally within the region regularly for on-site property appraisals and client consultations.

Responsibilities

Source and provide auction estimates for property in Furniture and Decorative Arts auctions.
Provide auction support as needed, including researching and cataloguing auction lots and preparing detailed condition reports for prospective bidders.
Conduct regular estate tax appraisals as a member of the Trusts and Estates team and prepare appraisal documents to USPAP standards.
Ensure property catalogued for sale and included in estate tax appraisals meets the highest standards of expertise and presentation.
Work with the Trusts and Estates team to convert appraisals to sales.
Maintain effective communication with colleagues in other departments and parts of the business.
Continually build and expand personal specialist expertise and connoisseurship.