Francois de Poortere

Christie's International Plc provides art business services with global auction sales. Its services include corporate collections, heritage and taxation, storage, museum, and private sales, as well as estates, appraisals, and valuations. The firm serves in the areas of fine and decorative arts, jewelry, photographs, collectibles and wines. The company was founded by James Christie in 1766 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.