The Name That
Opens Doors


How Prestige Helps Sell a Property

The Sotheby's auction house has brought the world's most cherished possessions to a global audience since 1744. Sotheby's International Realty harnesses the worldwide recognition and prestige of the Sotheby's name — along with exclusive marketing opportunities — to introduce your property to the world's most qualified buyers. 

Engaged, Affluent Clients

68 of Forbes’ 100 World’s Richest People 

136 of Forbes’ 400 Wealthiest Americans 

57 of Forbes’ 100 Wealthiest Americans 

164 of Forbes’ Top 500 CEOs 

All 10 of Forbes’ Top 10 Billionaire Art Collectors  

169 of ARTnews’ Top 200 Collectors 

$20.4 million = Average net worth of 20% of Sotheby's clients 

$8.4 million = Average net worth of all Sotheby's clients 


*Data based on a survey of 9,200 Sotheby's auction clients primarily in North America, Europe and Asia 

Sotheby’s International Realty is known around the world for the distinctive properties it represents.