Alistair Thorne is a RICS-accredited fine art valuer specializing in the modern and contemporary British market. Formerly a Director at a major London auction house, he now advises private collectors on portfolio diversification and risk management. He holds over two decades of experience navigating the complexities of art investment and international logistics.
Alistair Thorne is a distinguished authority on the economics of the global art market, with a specific focus on the financial resilience of the UK sector post-Brexit. He holds a Master’s degree in Art Business from the Sotheby's Institute of Art and began his career analyzing auction data for high-net-worth portfolios. Alistair spent over a decade working within the valuation departments of Christie's and Bonhams, where he mastered the intricacies of provenance research and secondary market trends. His expertise extends to the legalities of exporting cultural goods, helping clients navigate complex customs procedures to avoid costly delays. Currently, he runs a consultancy firm in Mayfair, advising family offices on asset allocation and the long-term retention of value in blue-chip British art. He is a frequent contributor to financial publications, explaining how economic shifts influence the hammer prices of established masters like Bacon and Hockney. Alistair is passionate about educating new collectors on the dangers of market hype and the importance of verified provenance. His approach combines rigorous data analysis with an intuitive understanding of collector psychology.