Katelyn Matusik

About Katelyn Matusik

Bonhams is a privately owned international auction house. Founded in 1793, it is one of the world\'s largest and most renowned auctioneers of fine art and antiques, motor cars, and jewelry. We are a leader in the middle market, offering property ranging from to in an encyclopedic range of departments. Our sales and offerings are accessible to all price points both online and in the room, making Bonhams not only the widest reaching international auction house but also the most approachable. Our extensive network of regional representatives across the U.S. allows us to leverage our local presence to sell property around the world, maximizing prices realized. I am from Indiana and after college, I worked in Chicago for 12 years primarily in the auction and appraisal industry handling estate collections. Shortly after joining Bonhams, I moved back to the Kentuckiana area in 2023 to expand our Midwest presence and provide local support by engaging with estate planning attorneys, trust officers, wealth managers, and other professional advisors. I assist fiduciaries and families by providing estate services including appraisals for tangible personal property, proposals for sale, and collection management. Bonhams’ presence in the Midwest allows us to be your local auction house with a local team connecting you with the global market and our global resources. Please contact me at 31••••••02 or k••••••••@bonhams.com.

Experience

1. Director, Trusts and Estates, Midwest

   Bonhams

   Jun 2022 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

   Bonhams is a privately owned international auction house. Founded in 1793, it is one of the world\'s largest and most renowned auctioneers of fine art and antiques, motor cars, and jewelry.Bonhams has more auction rooms than any other auction house in the world. We hold more than 400 specialized auctions each year in 60 different collecting categories at our 13 salerooms. The global reach of Bonhams is supported by regional offices in 22 countries.Comprehensive appraisals are prepared for estate tax, financial planning, equitable distribution, and insurance purposes. Sale proposals are created to celebrate legacies and to maximize value in global venues. Collection management guidance is provided by offering advice with insurance, conservation, framing, authentication, donation to museums and institutions, inventorying, transportation, and storage. The breadth of our expertise allows us to be a one-stop resource.

Education

• Studio Art Centers International (SACI): Florence, Italy

  Study Abroad

  2010

• Purdue University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

  2006 — 2010