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# Expert Tribal Art

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[Apply for this job](#job-application)[View company](https://jobicy.com/company/catawiki.md)ShareRemote from[Europe](https://jobicy.com/job-region/europe.md)SalaryUndisclosedDepartment[Product & Operations](https://jobicy.com/categories/management.md)EmploymentFull TimeExperienceSeniorPublished18 Oct 2026Apply before17 Nov 2026Listing views48Application actions1Application toolkit

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AI Summary

## The role, at a glance.

Catawiki seeks an art and antiques specialist to curate auctions focused on Southeast Asian, Oceanic, or Americas tribal art. The role combines object authentication, provenance research, quality assessment, seller guidance, and relationship development with dealers and collectors. The expert will use auction data and market knowledge to improve supply quality, auction performance, and category growth. It is a Europe-based, hybrid role requiring independent judgment, cross-functional collaboration, and occasional travel.

## Role DNA

A quick view of the complexity, pace, ownership and collaboration implied by the job description.

### Job Complexity

4/5EasyHard

### Pace & Pressure

4/5RelaxedFast-paced

### Autonomy Level

5/5GuidedFull ownership

### Communication Load

4/5IndependentCollaborative

AI insightThe position requires specialist knowledge that is difficult to acquire, particularly in authenticity, attribution, provenance, cultural-property considerations, and art-market dynamics. It also carries commercial ownership for supply growth and auction outcomes across a specialist category.

## Salary analysis

Estimated compensation compared with the broader US market for similar roles.

Estimated job median (per year)Market rate$80,000US market range (per year)$60k–$105k0$115.50k

AI insightThe yearly pay period is inferred from the job context; it was not explicitly stated by the employer. No employer salary is disclosed. The yearly cadence is inferred from this apparent full-time specialist role; the USD figures are AI-estimated annual US-market benchmarks for a specialist art-curation and auction-category position, not verified employer compensation.

## Core skills

Skills and capabilities most closely associated with this opportunity.

[Tribal art expertise](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Tribal%20art%20expertise.md)[Art authentication](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Art%20authentication.md)[Provenance research](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Provenance%20research.md)[Object valuation](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Object%20valuation.md)[Condition assessment](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Condition%20assessment.md)[Auction curation](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Auction%20curation.md)[Art market analysis](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Art%20market%20analysis.md)[Seller relationship management](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Seller%20relationship%20management.md)[Cultural property compliance](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Cultural%20property%20compliance.md)[Reserve price strategy](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Reserve%20price%20strategy.md)[Auction performance analysis](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Auction%20performance%20analysis.md)[Specialist research](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Specialist%20research.md)[Commercial development](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Commercial%20development.md)[English communication](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=English%20communication.md)

Sample interview questionsHow do you assess an object when its provenance documentation is incomplete?I begin by documenting all available ownership information, examining the object against specialist references and comparable auction records, and identifying gaps or risk indicators. I apply relevant cultural-property and responsible-sourcing standards, seek additional expert input where needed, and would decline or escalate an item when its provenance cannot support a confident and responsible listing.

Describe how you would turn specialist knowledge into a successful auction category strategy.

I would combine buyer-demand data, sell-through rates, average object values, and supply quality with direct market knowledge. From there, I would identify strong subcategories, develop focused auction themes, recruit suitable sellers, and test presentation, timing, estimates, and reserve-price guidance before measuring results and refining the approach.

How would you explain a lower estimate or a decision not to accept an item to a seller?

I would communicate clearly and respectfully, using comparable sales, condition findings, attribution confidence, provenance considerations, and current demand to explain the recommendation. I would focus on protecting both seller expectations and buyer trust, while offering practical advice on documentation, restoration disclosure, timing, or alternative items that may be more suitable.

What steps do you take to authenticate a tribal art object?

I assess materials, construction, wear, stylistic characteristics, iconography, condition, and signs of later intervention against specialist literature, museum references, archives, and recorded comparables. I also review provenance and export-history evidence, recognize the limits of my expertise, and consult qualified specialists or scientific analysis when the risk or value justifies it.

How do you balance commercial growth with responsible trade in art and antiques?

Sustainable growth depends on trust, so I would not compromise on provenance, authenticity, legal, or ethical standards to increase volume. I would prioritize developing knowledgeable sellers, improving listing quality, and building demand around well-researched objects, which supports stronger long-term performance and protects Catawiki's reputation.

Opportunity details

## About this role.

At Catawiki, every day brings the extraordinary! Whether it’s [Daniel Ricciardo’s Formula 1 Car](https://www.catawiki.com/en/c/583-sports-memorabilia), a [Woolly Mammoth’s Skeleton](https://www.catawiki.com/en/c/579-fossils), [Lady Gaga’s Jumpsuit](https://www.catawiki.com/en/l/10035805) or [Usain Bolt’s running shoe](https://www.catawiki.com/en/c/583-sports-memorabilia), we encounter exceptional objects every day.

We’re a one-of-a-kind marketplace for buying and selling special objects. Each week, more than 100,000 unique items are auctioned, all carefully curated by our passionate in-house experts.

Having sold over 25 million unique objects, our mission is to become the world’s most popular destination for special objects. As a growing, diverse and sustainable scale-up, we proudly live by three core values. If these values resonate with you, we’d love to explore how you can join us.

* Taking ownership and driving impact
* Being open to change and feedback
* Being passionate about our mission and our customers.

### Your Mission

Use your specialist expertise in Southeast Asian, Oceanic or Americas Art & Antiques to curate high-quality auctions, applying sound judgement to authenticity, provenance, quality and commercial relevance.

Combine expert curation with seller development and market insight to strengthen the category, grow high-quality supply and identify new commercial opportunities.

### What You’ll Do

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Curate high-quality auctions by evaluating objects for authenticity, age, attribution, condition, provenance, market relevance and buyer appeal.

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Safeguard trust and responsible trade by researching provenance, identifying potential risks and applying authenticity, quality and compliance standards consistently.

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Grow high-quality supply by identifying and developing relationships with dealers, galleries, collectors, professional sellers and collection owners across Europe and relevant international markets.

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Support sellers with specialist knowledge and practical guidance on estimates, reserve prices, timing, presentation and object quality to improve auction performance.

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Identify category growth opportunities using market insight and auction data, including buyer demand, supply quality, sell-through and average object value.

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Develop and test auction themes, seller initiatives and process improvements, taking ownership from initial idea through execution and results.

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Share specialist knowledge and commercial insights with colleagues to strengthen curation standards, market understanding and the wider Asian & Tribal Art team.

### What You’ll Bring

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Demonstrable specialist expertise in Southeast Asian, Oceanic or Americas Art & Antiques, plus good knowledge of at least one additional area within the role’s wider scope.

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Professional experience in the art, antiques, auction, gallery, dealer, collecting, curatorial or online marketplace environment, with the ability to assess authenticity, attribution, quality, condition and provenance.

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Strong research skills using specialist literature, archives, databases and auction records, alongside awareness of cultural-property, responsible-sourcing and provenance considerations.

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A strong understanding of the European art and antiques market and auction dynamics, including estimates, reserve prices, sell-through, buyer demand and supply quality.

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A commercial and proactive approach, with the confidence to develop relationships with dealers, collectors and professional sellers and identify opportunities for category growth.

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Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, attention to detail and sound judgement, with confidence using digital platforms, data and research tools.

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The ability to work independently, take ownership and collaborate effectively, with willingness to travel periodically. Expertise in African Art & Antiques, an established specialist network, relevant additional languages or broader regional expertise are strong advantages.

### How We Work

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Work closely with experts, account managers, Business Development, Marketing, the Category Lead and Category Manager to develop opportunities and strengthen auction performance.

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Take ownership of opportunities and projects while contributing to shared team goals and openly sharing specialist knowledge.

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Research beyond your primary specialism, recognise the boundaries of your expertise and seek additional specialist input when needed.

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Combine object-level research, seller relationships and auction performance data to inform decisions and continuously improve ways of working.

### Where You’ll Be

This is a Europe-based role that can be based in any of our European offices.

### Why You’ll Love Working with Us

* Create a visible impact by working at scale in a global organisation serving millions of customers across 80+ categories. In our flat structure, every role has a broad scope and directly impacts both our customers and the business.
* Learn and grow through our Learning & Development initiatives, including clear development plans and mentorship programmes to support your career progression.
* A culture of connection defines us. We’re a passionate, diverse team of 800+ Catawikians representing 60+ nationalities. We foster an inclusive and queer-friendly environment where everyone is encouraged to bring their full self to work.
* Celebrate life’s moments with us. You’ll receive a €100 Catavoucher when you join, a €50 Catavoucher on your birthday, and an extra day off each year to “Pursue Your Passion”. We also offer additional leave for key work anniversaries and important life events. Benefits may vary by location.

### Our Offices and Way of Working

Our vibrant offices in Amsterdam and Lisbon are designed to inspire collaboration. Most Catawikians operate in a hybrid setup, combining office-based and remote work, with a minimum of two days per week in the office, unless a role is explicitly stated as fully remote or fully office-based.

### Interested?

Apply with an English CV and Cover Letter. By applying, you agree to [Catawiki’s Applicant Privacy Policy.](https://www.catawiki.com/conditions/applicant-privacy-policy.pdf) If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the review of your application. AI may help us assess how your experience matches the requirements of the role, but hiring decisions are always made by our recruitment team

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