About Us

Centerpiece Advisory is a global art group providing fine art appraisal and independent art advisory services to private collectors, museums, and corporate clients.  We specialize in supporting a sophisticated clientele who require confidential, highly informed and experienced support for Asian art-related business.

Established in Hong Kong in 2010 as the first independent fine art appraisal firm in the region, we are committed to implementing best professional practices in the industry for our clients, including institutions within legal and insurance communities, with complete impartiality. With decades of combined professional experience, Centerpiece directors provide access to a global network of expertise and resources that can be personalized with a bespoke approach.

OUR TEAM

Our team is located in Hong Kong, Los Angeles and New York and recognized for its strength in client service, market experience, and business expertise between the United States and East Asia. Our directors are experts in their respective disciplines and are internationally recognized in their fields, encompassing both ancient and contemporary works of art.  Please see individual curricula vitae for detailed background on our specialists.

We specialize in the appraisal of Chinese works of art and contemporary Asian art in the following categories: 

  • Ceramics and works of art

  • Paintings

  • Sculptures

Centerpiece Advisory was founded in 2010 by Katherine Don, Nancy Murphy, and Marley Rabstenek.

With decades of experience and deep knowledge of complex appraisal methodology and market trends, we represent the highest standard within the industry.
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    Mee-Seen Loong, Director

    DIRECTOR

    Mee-Seen has over five decades of global experience as an established specialist in Chinese works of art and contemporary Chinese ink paintings.

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    Edie Hu, Director

    DIRECTOR

    With over twenty years of art advisory experience, Edie has extensive expertise in Chinese ceramics and knowledge of works of art in Asia.

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    Katherine Don, Director

    DIRECTOR

    Katherine has over twenty years of experience with contemporary art in Asia as an independent curator and arts professional promoting cross-cultural exchange between artists and patrons across the Pacific.