Postavant helps people with all aspects of buying, managing, and selling incredible art collections.

Galleries represent the career interests of artists. Auction houses represent the sales interest of consignors. We're here for you, collectors - the vital sustainers and supporters of artists.

We understand contemporary art is difficult to navigate. That's why our clients rely on us to be direct.

We simplify the process, bring clarity to confusion, and offer flexible ways to receive support through each stage.

WE'VE GOT YOUR BACK

Our clients come with different collecting needs and motivations, but they all have one thing in common - they need a trusted ally to help navigate opaque art markets.

Many are just starting and find the abundance of contemporary art overwhelming and difficult to evaluate. Or, they are not sure which art best reflects their unique personality. It could be they find galleries intimidating or wonder if an artwork they love is fairly priced, good quality, and will hold its value.

Other clients are long-time collectors looking to refresh or add coherence to an existing collection. They need a strong curatorial eye to identify gaps and develop a collection focus. Some are confused about their collection as a whole, which they built up over the years as they bought art they love.

For many of our clients, collecting is both a passion and an investment. They need market insights and art historical expertise to access blue-chip art and identify up-and-coming artists. Sometimes our clients come into possession of art and want a great strategy for when, where, and how to sell to maximize its value.

In each case, our clients need experts with strategic insight to really understand what they want. We do this by combining decades of experience to translate your vision into a personal, strategic, and actionable plan.

To get started, book a free consultation and discover how we help empower you to realize your vision with passion and purpose.

HOW WE HELP

The Gut Check

Quickly schedule meetings for immediate art buying decisions. Is the work of great quality? Is it overpriced? Will restoration be an issue?

The Wow Factor

We work closely with you to identify and source art that perfectly expresses who you are and what you're about while enhancing your home and office. Let's show off your great taste!

The Refresh

You've bought art over the years, and maybe it's time for an update or to create coherence to an existing collection. We add clarity, purpose, and vision to fill in the gaps and bring it all together.

The Smart Investment

We apply a data-driven approach to diversify your investment portfolio by incorporating art into wealth management planning.

The Special Project

From artist commissions and due diligence research to strategic planning for large-scale projects, we use creativity, market savviness, and our global network of experts to solve any problem and maximize ROI.

The Representative

Some of our clients require the highest degree of discretion and privacy. We represent you at global auctions and art fairs in person, over the phone, or online.

Why Postavant

We are artist and gallery agnostic.
Impartial. Unbiased.
On your side, in your corner.
Your best friend, ally, and confidant.
We are your eyes and ears in the markets.
Direct, clear, and calling it as we see it.
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We are thorough, informed, and all about empowering you to realize your vision with passion and purpose.

Who we are

As a client, you get access to precisely the best experts for your project. We assemble the perfect people to get the job done right. You benefit from a range of expertise - not just one or two advisors - cultivated through decades of on-the-ground, in-the-trenches experience.

Postavant Managing Partners are Dr. Lauren Rotenberg, an art historian and advisor with over a decade in London's contemporary art market, and Jordan Jocius, based in the Toronto-Waterloo corridor, who oversees business operations and advises on sales, strategy, and investments.

Where we are

"Where are you based? On my feet. Where are your feet based? Everywhere."

This is one of our favourite quotes from artist Hiwa K.

Contemporary art transcends borders, and so do we. Our clients and projects tend to concentrate in London, New York, Toronto, and Los Angeles.

What Postavant means

Our name nods to the avant-gardes - the trailblazing artists of the 20th century who pioneered new art forms. We are Postavant - after (post) the avant-gardes and always seeking the innovative in art.

Incredible art.

For collectors inspired by passion and purpose.

WE'VE GOT YOUR BACK