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artnet AG: Artnet brings on Martina Batovic as Co-Head of Post-War & Contemporary Art

EQS-News: artnet AG / Key word(s): Personnel/Miscellaneous artnet AG: Artnet brings on Martina Batovic as Co-Head of Post-War & Contemporary Art (news with additional features) 05.10.2023 / 17:30 CET/CEST The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Artnet brings on Martina Batovic as Co-Head of Post-War & Contemporary Art

• Formerly the Head of UK at Dorotheum, Martina Batovic will Co-Head the Post War & Contemporary Art department of Artnet Auctions out of Artnet’s London offices

New York/ London, October 5, 2023: Artnet AG, the leading platform for art market data and media, and the global online marketplace for fine art, is excited to announce that Martina Batovic has joined Artnet Auctions as Co-Head of Post-War & Contemporary Art. With over 15 years of experience at leading Galleries and Auction Houses, Martina is set to grow Artnet Auctions’ presence in the UK and Europe.

 “I am delighted to be joining Artnet and to have the opportunity to lead the European team of the Post-War & Contemporary Department. Artnet has unparalleled brand strength and recognition, and its auctions have gone from strength to strength over the last years. Online art auctions are on the rise globally, and I look forward to continuing building on this legacy and working with my colleagues in creating a truly unmissable platform for placing and acquiring works at auction,” Martina said.

Previously, Martina spent 7 years in the auction world, most recently as the Head of UK for Dorotheum, building the UK business and client base for the important auction house in central Europe, and previously as a Post-War & Contemporary Specialist with Bonhams. Martina is a regular panelist, industry voice and an active participant in the contemporary art world, including PEER UK where she currently serves as a Trustee.

 “We are now delighted to couple our arsenal of tech-forward tools with Martina’s curatorial and market prowess,” said Colleen Cash, SVP, Marketplace.“In this ever-evolving art market we know there’s a real benefit to having  our specialist team in strategic locations. Martina is well well-placed to lead our ongoing expansion into the UK and Europe while working with our global leadership team to help refine and reposition our Post-War & Contemporary Art category for unfettered success in the years to come.”