The world of auction houses is one steeped in intrigue, tradition, and high-stakes transactions. While popular headlines often focus on billionaire bidders and iconic artworks, the industry is a complex beast that employs thousands of people across dozens of different roles.
Heffel is a inuit art auction fine art auction house in Canada, connecting passionate collectors from around the world with outstanding works of art. In addition to offering live and online auctions, Heffel also offers estate services, storage solutions, and appraisals for art and collectibles.
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When an individual brings artwork to a Heffel gallery for evaluation, the company’s team of experts will assess whether it is suitable for inclusion in a forthcoming auction. Once an artwork is accepted for consignment, it is meticulously cataloged—including professional-grade photographs and a detailed description—and then promoted through print and digital marketing campaigns to attract potential buyers.
In the fall of 2016, Heffel’s semi-annual auctions reached record-breaking heights, as a combination of passion for major masterpieces and a newfound appreciation for Canadian artists drove sales to unprecedented levels. Highlights included Lawren Harris’ monumental canvas Mountain Forms, which set a new artist record and a Heffel record price of $11 million.
Heffel is located in a stunning heritage building on Vancouver’s established South Granville Gallery Row. The gallery is renowned for its expertise in the sale of both modern and contemporary Canadian art, as well as post-war and contemporary Asian art. In addition, Heffel is renowned for its ability to effectively manage and handle the complexities of art collections inherited from estates.