Access to fairs and auctions, sourcing of rare works, confidential acquisition advisory, private collection management: AC PRIVATE — A List concierge guides collectors and families through the art world, in absolute discretion.
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The most coveted works are not found in a public gallery: they pass from trust to trust, within a restricted circle. AC PRIVATE — A List concierge opens access to this confidential market and watches over its clients' collections.
AC PRIVATE's art concierge serves collectors, wealthy families and international investors for whom art is a living asset: emotion, vision and legacy. We orchestrate the discovery, acquisition and management of exceptional works, from Paris to Basel, London to Miami.
What is an art concierge?
An art concierge is a private service that supports clients throughout their relationship with art: discovery, acquisition, logistics, conservation and transmission. Where a gallery represents its artists, an art concierge mobilises a network of galleries, auction houses, independent advisers and private collectors to find the work you seek — including those never exhibited.
What AC PRIVATE makes possible
1. Access to major fairs and events
Art Basel (Basel, Miami, Hong Kong), Frieze (London, New York), Paris+ by Art Basel: we facilitate VIP access, private meetings with gallerists and artists, and the full organisation of the trip (travel, accommodation, stewardship).
2. Sourcing and acquisition of works
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Request a confidential consultationModern and contemporary art, photography, sculpture, historic pieces: we search and negotiate on your behalf with galleries, auction houses (Christie's, Sotheby's, Artcurial) and private collectors, in the utmost confidentiality.
3. Art advisory and collection counsel
Curatorial vision, collection coherence, diversification, identification of emerging artists: we advise alongside independent art advisors to build or enrich a long-term collection.
4. Private collection management
Inventory, cataloguing, specialist insurance, conservation, framing, secure logistics, installation between residences: we manage the day-to-day stewardship of your collection.
5. Transmission and patronage
Transmission advisory, foundation structuring, cultural patronage: we support the long-term sustainability of your collection and your artistic engagement.
Why a concierge rather than a gallery?
A gallery represents its artists. An art concierge searches for what you truly desire, mobilises an international network of galleries, auction houses and collectors, and preserves your anonymity — a decisive advantage for the most coveted works and confidential acquisitions.
See also: what a true luxury concierge is and our private experiences.
Frequently asked questions about the art concierge
Can you acquire a work at a fair like Art Basel through your concierge?
Yes. We facilitate VIP access to major fairs (Art Basel, Frieze, Paris+), private meetings with gallerists and artists, and we can negotiate and acquire on your behalf in complete confidentiality.
Do you manage day-to-day private collections?
Yes. We handle inventory, cataloguing, insurance, conservation, logistics and installation of works between your residences.
Do you offer independent art advisory?
Yes. We advise alongside independent art advisors to build or enrich a long-term collection, with a curatorial vision and thoughtful diversification.
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Alexandre Emmelin
Founder, AC Private
Alsatian entrepreneur, Alexandre founded AC Private with one conviction: true luxury is reclaimed time. He personally leads the most sensitive missions and writes a monthly editorial sharing his vision of exceptional concierge service.
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