Built on Experience and Structure
Velaras is guided by three founders with complementary perspectives—a collector/investor, a private dealer, and a senior auction house executive—who have worked together for more than 20 years. Across thousands of transactions totaling billions of dollars, their deep experience provides the context necessary to identify enduring quality in overlooked and underappreciated artists and movements. Significant benefits can accrue to those positioned ahead of broader recognition.
These collective insights are the foundation of an independent process for acquiring Post-War art. This expertise, combined with opportunities sourced through a global network cultivated over decades, affords buyers an expansive and dynamic range of choices.
Mark Tobey, Rive Gauche II, 1956; World Dust, 1954 © Mark Tobey/Seattle Art Museum, ARS, New York.
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A private dealer for over 40 years, Michael, as a principal, has executed billions of dollars in art transactions and built an extensive global network of galleries, artists, advisors, and collectors.
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An investment professional and co-founder/CEO of a $25 billion alternative asset manager acquired by BlackRock, Jeff brings decades of art-market experience—applying his investment expertise to uncover inefficiencies and value opportunities.
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A senior Christie’s executive for 25 years—culminating as Executive Deputy Chairman and Head of Post-War & Contemporary Art, Americas—Barrett brings firsthand insights from structuring billions in purchases, sales, guarantees, and financing, alongside long-standing relationships with institutions and collectors worldwide.
To learn more about our expertise, please contact info@velaras.com