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Bonhams Group
Bonhams Group is the 230-year-old London auction house, acquired and restructured under CEO Bruno Vinciguerra, competing globally in fine art and collectibles.
Bonhams Group
Bonhams Fine Art Auctioneers & Valuers: auctioneers of art, pictures, collectables and motor cars
General information
Firm type
other
Year founded
1793
Location
Region
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
City
London
Corporate office
London, United Kingdom
Additional offices
New York · Los Angeles · Paris · Hong Kong · Sydney · Geneva
Principals
Bruno Vinciguerra
Group CEO
Ralph Taylor
Global Head of Post-War & Contemporary Art
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
What asset categories does Bonhams specialize in?
Bonhams covers fine art (modern, contemporary, Impressionist), watches, wine, jewelry, motor cars, rare books, and collectibles. Its specialist departments are organized around these categories.
How has Bonhams expanded geographically under new ownership?
New offices in Asia and a series of acquisitions — including Skinner in the US in 2023 — reflect a strategy of globalizing the brand. Hong Kong and Sydney serve as hubs for Asian-Pacific clients.
What distinguishes Bonhams from Sotheby's and Christie's?
Bonhams has historically focused on mid-market auctions and regional collecting, rather than the high-end sales that define its two largest competitors. Its private ownership allows some operational flexibility, but it has smaller market share in high-value single lots.
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