Unveiling the Art World's Hidden Stories with Julia Wendl, CEO & Auctioneer at Kunst-Auktionhaus Wendl
Description
Welcome to another engaging episode of the Art Business Podcast. This week, our host David interviews Julia Wendl, a distinguished alumna of the MA Art Business Programme at Sotheby's Institute of Art and the CEO and auctioneer at Kunst-Auktionhaus Wendl in Germany. Julia shares her fascinating journey from her early interest in art auctions to her current role, emphasizing the importance of provenance research and ethical considerations in the art market.
Julia dives into the history of auctions, revealing intriguing facts about their origins and evolution. She also discusses her personal connection to provenance issues, particularly regarding the confiscation of art during the GDR era by the Stasi. Her insights highlight the complexities and moral responsibilities of working in the art world today.
Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the art market's various levels, the importance of transparency, and the joy of discovering and collecting art. Julia's passion and expertise make this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in the art business.
Links:
https://www.auktionshauswendl.de/tcms/en/
https://www.kulturstiftung.de/
https://www.degruyter.com/document/isbn/9783110744507/html
music
‘Baby, I Miss The Internet’ (Rama, Rama, Rama)
by TOT TAYLOR
is used by kind permission of the artist
©Tot Taylor/Songmatic Music (2020)
United States
