ABOUT US

THE BRICKELLIAN is a fine-arts consulting firm and online art gallery that specializes in serving clients in their quests to acquire artwork from around the world. A unique approach to art collection for both individuals and corporations, The Brickellian places its clients at the center of the enlightening and stimulating process of the search for meaningful art, whether they want to acquire a single masterpiece or form a prized collection.

Backed by the extensive education and experience of its founder, Stella Holmes, The Brickellian is positioned to offer a variety of services to meet the needs of clients with a profound interest in the arts. These services include purchasing art for a private collection, coordinating artist exhibitions as corporate events and fundraisers, and anything else an art connoisseur might look for. The Brickellian will travel the world for a client to amass the perfect selection.

ARTS COLLECTION: From the beginning, The Brickellian will work with you to discuss your interests, needs, and special tastes and then help you form a collecting strategy. Our consultations bring focus to each client’s personal taste. For the individual or corporate collector, an art consultant is an invaluable guide through the intricacies of acquisition. Finding and purchasing a work of art requires enormous attention, knowledge, and contacts.

Whether your passion is for Van Gogh, Botero, or an emerging artist, The Brickellian will focus on finding the piece you desire at the best price. As a knowledgeable, hands-on art buyer, Ms. Holmes will be your personal representative, providing guidance and counsel as you navigate the complex world of galleries, private dealers, and auctions.

The Brickellian serves as a resource for desirable works of art and as an agent for the purchaser. In those roles, the company will negotiate purchases and protect the anonymity of collectors. Working with you throughout the process. The Brickellian will secure authoritative appraisals for insurance, estate, and acquisition purposes; order documents; provide authentication; and verify ownership papers and certifications. Whenever you see a work of art you wish to purchase, we trace the history and prior sales records (auction and/or private), reconstructing the history of that particular work and others similar to it to give you a sense of the market, past and present. In addition, we search worldwide for similar works that are on the market or in private collections and may become available.

All of these factors allow our clients to make a decision and an offer based on their knowledge. The Brickellian puts enjoyment, adventure, and security into the collection of art.

SPECIAL EVENTS: The Brickellian develops arts marketing programs for cultural institutions, foundations, non-profit organizations, and corporate philanthropy projects. We also sponsor informative lectures, educational programs, and special exhibitions. With connections to influential clientele, art collectors, and artists and extensive business contacts to gain corporate sponsorship and donations, Ms. Holmes’ creative approach to artistic events gets results.

The Brickellian will coordinate every aspect of your special event, from catering, lighting, and music to selecting the artists and pieces, organizing the exhibit, and soliciting corporate sponsorship. Ms. Holmes will be part of your event to ensure its careful orchestration. No detail will be left to chance.

ART SOURCES: The Brickellian has strong international connections with the best sources of sophisticated art, from the most prestigious gallery to the most inaccessible artist. No source is considered unapproachable. The Brickellian has access to insider information about art coming available for the first time or emerging from private collections, giving its clientele a position in the vanguard.