Freeman’s | Hindman: The Merge of Two Leading Auction Houses
As part of its ongoing expansion, renowned auction house Hindman recently announced its merger with venerable, 200-year-old Philadelphia-based Freeman’s.
With a combined six salerooms and 18 regional offices across the country, Freeman’s and Hindman stand to have the largest, coast-to-coast presence of any auction house in the United States, with plans to tackle international markets. Under the name Freeman’s | Hindman, the company is combining its online presence.
To kick off the partnership, Freeman’s | Hindman opened a new permanent New York saleroom in January. Located at 32 East 67th Street in the heart of the Upper East Side’s Art District in response to the strong demand they have established in this vibrant area. “I’m truly excited to bring together these two esteemed auction houses under one roof,” asserts Executive Chairman, Jay Frederick Krehbiel. “The merger strengthens our advantage in an increasingly competitive auction market and sets us up for continued growth across the United States and globally.”
Chief Operating Officer Hanna Dougher, President Fraser I. Niven, Deputy Chief Operating Officer Andrew Seltzer, Chief Executive Officer Alysssa D. Quinlan, Deputy Chairman Molly Morse Limmer, Managing Director Molly E. Gron.
Driven by a client-first approach and dedication to excellence, the two houses blend naturally. As America’s oldest auction house, Freeman’s adds more than two centuries of achieving market-setting results to Hindman’s 40-year record of realizing stellar prices while providing outstanding service, particularly to trusts and estates professionals nationwide. A strength also lies in both firms’ specialist teams, whose unrivaled expertise span all fine art and luxury collecting categories.
The new company enjoys an extensive network and continues to offer a full suite of services including auctions, appraisals, private sales, and art advisory. By combining knowledge, Freeman’s | Hindman will be better able to meet the evolving needs of their global clientele.
Freeman’s | Hindman’s New York location
at 32 East 67th Street.
Freeman’s | Hindman will continue to operate its longstanding Palm Beach saleroom at 1608 South Dixie Highway. Located just across the middle bridge, the saleroom is steps from local arts institutions such as the Norton Museum of Art, Armory Art Center, and well-known galleries. Specialists await to serve clients interested in buying and selling both at auction and privately. The location hosts sale previews, special events, and live auctions across categories during the height of the Palm Beach winter season from October through April. Just last month saw an important jewelry auction and a single-owner sale of The Estate of Michael Mennello.
An Important Kashmir Unheated Sapphire and Diamond Ring, sold for $1,290,000 at Hindman in December 2023.