Here are a few of the most interesting Sotheby’s statistics and facts I was able to dig up including revenue totals and employee counts. As always, be sure to check back in the future as I will be updating this post as new and updated stats become available.
Sotheby’s Facts
- Website: Official Website
- Year Founded: 1744
- Headquarters: New York, NY
- Founder(s): Samuel Baker, George Leigh and John Sotheby
- Current Chief Executive: Charles Stewart
What is Sotheby’s?
Established in 1744, Sotheby’s is the world’s premier destination for art and luxury. Sotheby’s promotes access, connoisseurship and preservation of fine art and rare objects through auctions and buy-now channels including private sales, e-commerce and retail. Our trusted global marketplace is supported by an industry-leading technology platform and a network of specialists spanning 40 countries and 50 categories, which include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits, and Interiors, among many others. (source)
Sotheby’s Revenue Totals
Sotheby’s annual revenue:
- 2018: $1.035 billion
- 2017: $1.057 billion
- 2016: $857 million
- 2015: $961 million
- 2014: $938 million
Sotheby’s annual net income:
- 2018: $108 million
- 2017: $118 million
- 2016: $74 million
- 2015: $43 million
- 2014: $117 million
Sotheby’s Statistics
Number of Sotheby’s offices:
Last updated 3/22/20
Number of countries Sotheby’s has offices in:
Last updated 3/22/20