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For almost three centuries, Sotheby’s has been the place to discover the greatest stories of creativity. We’ve been the temporary custodians of some of the world’s finest treasures, which you can see on display in our galleries on any given day. Sotheby’s Talks is the podcast that celebrates art, culture, and collecting. Featuring conversations with tastemakers, collectors and luminaries from the ... more

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In this episode, Curatorial and Collections Director at the National Portrait Gallery Flavia Frigeri is joined by Sotheby’s Chairman of Contemporary Art, Europe, Claudia Dwek, and International Specialist of Contemporary Art, Lisa Stevenson. Their di... more

In this episode, arts broadcaster Kate Bryan is joined by Sophie de Stempel – artist and sitter for Lucian Freud – and Tom Eddison, Sotheby’s Head of Contemporary Art in London, for a conversation on four exceptional paintings that bring together Fra... more

In this episode, we ask the question: How do objects achieve iconic status? Taking inspiration from the book Icons: 100 Extraordinary Objects from Sotheby’s History, published by Phaidon, the discussion explores how a work of art can transform beyond... more

In this episode, which was originally recorded as a live event to celebrate the sale of the Sydney Denton: A Life Through Ceramics collection, Sotheby’s specialist Tamsin Golding Yee was joined by actor, art historian and collector Russell Tovey; Hep... more

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Recent Guests

Sophie de Stempel
Artist and sitter for Lucian Freud
Artist
Episode: Bacon, Freud, Kossoff: The Human Figure in Post-War London, with Sophie de Stempel
Tom Eddison
Sotheby's Head of Contemporary Art in London
Sotheby's
Episode: Bacon, Freud, Kossoff: The Human Figure in Post-War London, with Sophie de Stempel
Grayson Perry
Artist
Artist, Turner Prize recipient
Episode: How Do Objects Achieve Iconic Status, with Grayson Perry and Xa Sturgis
Xa Sturgis
Director, Ashmolean Museum
Ashmolean Museum
Episode: How Do Objects Achieve Iconic Status, with Grayson Perry and Xa Sturgis
Russell Tovey
Actor, art historian and collector
Actor and collector involved in ceramics discussion
Episode: British Studio Ceramics: Legacy and Present
Abi Shapiro
Curator at Hepworth Wakefield
Hepworth Wakefield
Episode: British Studio Ceramics: Legacy and Present
Florian Gadsby
Potter
Independent ceramic artist
Episode: British Studio Ceramics: Legacy and Present
Melissa Moncanda
President of Colnago and CEO and founder of Aurora Vision Group
Colnago/Aurora Vision Group
Episode: The Art of Collectible Bicycles: Colnago’s Masterpieces in Motion
Mario Isola
Pirelli Motorsport Director
Pirelli
Episode: Pirelli: From Race to Road and Beyond

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James Holden
Host of Sotheby's Talks; Executive Editor of Sotheby's Magazine

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The Legacy of Picasso: Relevance Across Generations, with Diana Widmaier Picasso
Q: What role does provenance and moral rights play in safeguarding Picasso's legacy for future generations?
Provenance ensures authenticity and trust in the market, while moral rights protect the artist's image and attribution; together with a structured committee, they help maintain scholarly integrity and curb forgeries, allowing families, institutions, and scholars to responsibly steward the legacy.
The Legacy of Picasso: Relevance Across Generations, with Diana Widmaier Picasso
Q: How has the late Picasso period been reinterpreted by artists and curators, and what does that mean for the market today?
Reinterpretation has opened dialogues between generations of artists, with late works offering a new vocabulary that challenges traditional hierarchies; this has broadened the market by attracting younger collectors and contemporary artists who see Picasso's late pieces as sources of innovation.
The Legacy of Picasso: Relevance Across Generations, with Diana Widmaier Picasso
Q: What do you think explains Picasso's global appeal beyond Europe, and how has that influenced collecting worldwide?
Picasso's universality comes from a combination of continually evolving bodies of work, accessible imagery, and relentless experimentation that resonates with collectors across cultures; his influence travels through major exhibitions, market interest, and education, creating a global dialogue that keeps his name relevant.
What It’s Worth: How Art is Conserved and Valued with Suzanna Siano
Q: Is there a difference in how you treat artworks for an auction house versus a museum?
Yes, auction house specialists place more emphasis on condition reports compared to museums.
What It’s Worth: How Art is Conserved and Valued with Suzanna Siano
Q: What does it mean to be called the art doctor?
It means being a conservator who preserves and treats artworks to maintain their integrity.

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A high-end arts and culture discussion series that features conversations with leaders and luminaries from the art world, including curators, collectors, dealers, museum directors, and notable artists. Episodes typically weave together market context, historical framing, studio practice, and personal anecdotes to illuminate how art objects acquire significance, value, and cultural resonance. A recurring strength is blending insider know-how with accessible storytelling—episodes often pair rigorous provenance or connoisseurship topics with human-interest angles, giving listeners practical takeaways for collecting, curation, and understanding art markets while also offering behind-the-scenes glimpses into major institutions and philanthropic ... more

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2. Tom Eddison
3. Grayson Perry
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7. Florian Gadsby
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