Spanish and Latin American art, brought to you by Carmen Íñiguez Berbeira

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There is nothing more rewarding than unravelling the story behind a work of art and sharing it with the world.

Carmen Íñiguez is one of Catawiki’s in-house experts in Classic and Modern Art. She reviews each submitted painting with care and expertise, ensuring only the most compelling, well-documented works make it to auction. Carmen has more than 20 years of experience in the art world, working across cultural heritage institutions and the auction market. She trained in both Spain and Mexico, specialising in Spanish Baroque and Latin American painting. Her expertise spans centuries and styles, supported by a strong academic foundation and practical experience. Before joining Catawiki, Carmen spent years working with traditional Spanish auction houses and leading cultural institutions. As both a researcher and a university lecturer, she’s developed a sharp eye for detail, which she now applies to assessing provenance, condition and artistic merit. Over the years, she’s handled hundreds of paintings including works by masters like Velázquez, Murillo and Zurbarán. At Catawiki, Carmen finds joy in being part of a truly international team, collaborating with collectors, gallerists, and fellow experts, ensuring each artwork is accurately assessed and clearly presented. Carmen values strong communication and brings her deep knowledge to support both buyers and sellers throughout the process. She believes that art should be accessible and appreciated for its story as much as its value. By offering context and expertise through thoughtful evaluation, Carmen connects people to works that inspire, inform, and endure for an all-round rewarding experience.

Carmen Íñiguez is one of Catawiki’s in-house experts in Classic and Modern Art. She reviews each submitted painting with care and expertise, ensuring only the most compelling, well-documented works make it to auction. Carmen has more than 20 years of experience in the art world, working across cultural heritage institutions and the auction market. She trained in both Spain and Mexico, specialising in Spanish Baroque and Latin American painting. Her expertise spans centuries and styles, supported by a strong academic foundation and practical experience. Before joining Catawiki, Carmen spent years working with traditional Spanish auction houses and leading cultural institutions. As both a researcher and a university lecturer, she’s developed a sharp eye for detail, which she now applies to assessing provenance, condition and artistic merit. Over the years, she’s handled hundreds of paintings including works by masters like Velázquez, Murillo and Zurbarán. At Catawiki, Carmen finds joy in being part of a truly international team, collaborating with collectors, gallerists, and fellow experts, ensuring each artwork is accurately assessed and clearly presented. Carmen values strong communication and brings her deep knowledge to support both buyers and sellers throughout the process. She believes that art should be accessible and appreciated for its story as much as its value. By offering context and expertise through thoughtful evaluation, Carmen connects people to works that inspire, inform, and endure for an all-round rewarding experience.

  • 20 years of experience in art history, heritage and the auction world
  • Specialist in Spanish Baroque, Spanish and Latin American art
  • University lecturer and former cultural researcher in top institutions
  • Expert in direct observation and material analysis of paintings

Carmen Íñiguez is one of Catawiki’s in-house experts in Classic and Modern Art. She reviews each submitted painting with care and expertise, ensuring only the most compelling, well-documented works make it to auction. Carmen has more than 20 years of experience in the art world, working across cultural heritage institutions and the auction market. She trained in both Spain and Mexico, specialising in Spanish Baroque and Latin American painting. Her expertise spans centuries and styles, supported by a strong academic foundation and practical experience. Before joining Catawiki, Carmen spent years working with traditional Spanish auction houses and leading cultural institutions. As both a researcher and a university lecturer, she’s developed a sharp eye for detail, which she now applies to assessing provenance, condition and artistic merit. Over the years, she’s handled hundreds of paintings including works by masters like Velázquez, Murillo and Zurbarán. At Catawiki, Carmen finds joy in being part of a truly international team, collaborating with collectors, gallerists, and fellow experts, ensuring each artwork is accurately assessed and clearly presented. Carmen values strong communication and brings her deep knowledge to support both buyers and sellers throughout the process. She believes that art should be accessible and appreciated for its story as much as its value. By offering context and expertise through thoughtful evaluation, Carmen connects people to works that inspire, inform, and endure for an all-round rewarding experience.

Carmen Íñiguez is one of Catawiki’s in-house experts in Classic and Modern Art. She reviews each submitted painting with care and expertise, ensuring only the most compelling, well-documented works make it to auction. Carmen has more than 20 years of experience in the art world, working across cultural heritage institutions and the auction market. She trained in both Spain and Mexico, specialising in Spanish Baroque and Latin American painting. Her expertise spans centuries and styles, supported by a strong academic foundation and practical experience. Before joining Catawiki, Carmen spent years working with traditional Spanish auction houses and leading cultural institutions. As both a researcher and a university lecturer, she’s developed a sharp eye for detail, which she now applies to assessing provenance, condition and artistic merit. Over the years, she’s handled hundreds of paintings including works by masters like Velázquez, Murillo and Zurbarán. At Catawiki, Carmen finds joy in being part of a truly international team, collaborating with collectors, gallerists, and fellow experts, ensuring each artwork is accurately assessed and clearly presented. Carmen values strong communication and brings her deep knowledge to support both buyers and sellers throughout the process. She believes that art should be accessible and appreciated for its story as much as its value. By offering context and expertise through thoughtful evaluation, Carmen connects people to works that inspire, inform, and endure for an all-round rewarding experience.

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