Christopher Barton

I have been helping collectors navigate the global art market since 2004. I’m a collector’s collector with varied interests, making me the right advisor for individuals seeking to create a cohesive collection out of disparate interests. In addition to extensive experience with modern and contemporary art, I have expertise in the history of photography, German expressionism, and Eastern and Western antiquities. I bridge the gap for collectors whose interests span continents, movements, media, and millennia. I support my clients by providing objective opinions and research on specific works of art, strategic guidance on building a collection of lasting interest and value, and practical commercial advice regarding a potential purchase.

I am also a practicing international commercial lawyer, which is beneficial in complex negotiations, cross-border transactions, and situations involving tax or provenance issues.

I have been a member of APAA since 2016.

Credentials

J.D., Boston University School of Law