Biography
Based in Paris, Olivier Fau joined Sotheby’s in 1999 after graduation from Business School where he also studied History, Art History and Literature. Since 2008, he has been a Specialist in Contemporary Art.
With a ten year experience in Sotheby’s managerial positions, he became international specialist at the Contemporary Art Department in 2008.
As a Senior Director, Olivier Fau is now advising important collectors both in France and abroad, for sale and acquisition of works of art by bringing his international expertise.
His contribution was instrumental in achieving several records realized by Sotheby’s in Paris and Olivier Fau is constantly collaborating on Contemporary Art Auctions organized by Sotheby’s in London, New York and Hong-Kong where he regularly represents French and European collectors.
Olivier Fau has been responsible for many private sales over the last years and in this context, he also organized several monographic exhibitions.
His expertise has consolidated over the years, providing him with a unique knowledge of Post-War and Contemporary artists, which is enriched by the relationships he developed with collectors and art galleries in France and worldwide, always on the lookout for rising talents on the art market. He speaks fluent French, English, Italian and Spanish.
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