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The timeless beauty of Old Masters and Modern Art, brought to you by Giulia Santoro
Art survives generations and even civilisations — embodying a historical continuity of immense value. Each piece is like a walk through time.
Giulia has had a natural curiosity for art from an early age. Growing up in Rome, she marvelled at her beautiful surroundings, rich with history and creative mastery. In high school, she crossed paths with a brilliant professor who solidified the importance of art across time — further encouraging her passion. Pursuing a master’s in Art History, and later a career in this field, was an easy choice. During her studies, Giulia specialised in 17th century Old Master paintings. An internship at prestigious Italian auction house Finarte opened doors to important collections and the adrenaline of the auction world. She then started working as an advisor to private collectors, sharpening her knowledge of art as investment. Next, she delved into the details of Old Master drawings, cataloguing pieces from the 16th to 19th centuries for the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford. At the Ghent University in Belgium, she honed in on the artistic interchange between Flemish and Italian art. Giulia has worked with countless international auction houses over the years, appraising artworks varying from Old Masters to Modern paintings – including a role as Italian representative for the prestigious Hampel Fine Art Auctions. In other words, Giulia’s dynamic and international background echoes the depth and precision of beloved paintings. As a young collector herself, one of Giulia’s ambitions is to make classical art more accessible to a younger audience. Explore her inspiring selections in Catawiki’s Old Masters and Modern Art auctions.
Giulia has had a natural curiosity for art from an early age. Growing up in Rome, she marvelled at her beautiful surroundings, rich with history and creative mastery. In high school, she crossed paths with a brilliant professor who solidified the importance of art across time — further encouraging her passion. Pursuing a master’s in Art History, and later a career in this field, was an easy choice. During her studies, Giulia specialised in 17th century Old Master paintings. An internship at prestigious Italian auction house Finarte opened doors to important collections and the adrenaline of the auction world. She then started working as an advisor to private collectors, sharpening her knowledge of art as investment. Next, she delved into the details of Old Master drawings, cataloguing pieces from the 16th to 19th centuries for the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford. At the Ghent University in Belgium, she honed in on the artistic interchange between Flemish and Italian art. Giulia has worked with countless international auction houses over the years, appraising artworks varying from Old Masters to Modern paintings – including a role as Italian representative for the prestigious Hampel Fine Art Auctions. In other words, Giulia’s dynamic and international background echoes the depth and precision of beloved paintings. As a young collector herself, one of Giulia’s ambitions is to make classical art more accessible to a younger audience. Explore her inspiring selections in Catawiki’s Old Masters and Modern Art auctions.
- Specialises in 17th century Old Master paintings
- Specialises in Old Master drawings
- Previously worked at various auction houses, galleries and museums
- Extensive experience in the auction world
Giulia has had a natural curiosity for art from an early age. Growing up in Rome, she marvelled at her beautiful surroundings, rich with history and creative mastery. In high school, she crossed paths with a brilliant professor who solidified the importance of art across time — further encouraging her passion. Pursuing a master’s in Art History, and later a career in this field, was an easy choice. During her studies, Giulia specialised in 17th century Old Master paintings. An internship at prestigious Italian auction house Finarte opened doors to important collections and the adrenaline of the auction world. She then started working as an advisor to private collectors, sharpening her knowledge of art as investment. Next, she delved into the details of Old Master drawings, cataloguing pieces from the 16th to 19th centuries for the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford. At the Ghent University in Belgium, she honed in on the artistic interchange between Flemish and Italian art. Giulia has worked with countless international auction houses over the years, appraising artworks varying from Old Masters to Modern paintings – including a role as Italian representative for the prestigious Hampel Fine Art Auctions. In other words, Giulia’s dynamic and international background echoes the depth and precision of beloved paintings. As a young collector herself, one of Giulia’s ambitions is to make classical art more accessible to a younger audience. Explore her inspiring selections in Catawiki’s Old Masters and Modern Art auctions.
Giulia has had a natural curiosity for art from an early age. Growing up in Rome, she marvelled at her beautiful surroundings, rich with history and creative mastery. In high school, she crossed paths with a brilliant professor who solidified the importance of art across time — further encouraging her passion. Pursuing a master’s in Art History, and later a career in this field, was an easy choice. During her studies, Giulia specialised in 17th century Old Master paintings. An internship at prestigious Italian auction house Finarte opened doors to important collections and the adrenaline of the auction world. She then started working as an advisor to private collectors, sharpening her knowledge of art as investment. Next, she delved into the details of Old Master drawings, cataloguing pieces from the 16th to 19th centuries for the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford. At the Ghent University in Belgium, she honed in on the artistic interchange between Flemish and Italian art. Giulia has worked with countless international auction houses over the years, appraising artworks varying from Old Masters to Modern paintings – including a role as Italian representative for the prestigious Hampel Fine Art Auctions. In other words, Giulia’s dynamic and international background echoes the depth and precision of beloved paintings. As a young collector herself, one of Giulia’s ambitions is to make classical art more accessible to a younger audience. Explore her inspiring selections in Catawiki’s Old Masters and Modern Art auctions.