Mercedes Smith
Director
The Quiet Collector founder Mercedes Smith is a specialist in Modern and Contemporary Art. She is a graduate of University College Falmouth and has a BA Hons in Contemporary Visual Arts and a Master’s Degree in 20th Century Art Histories and Theories.
Mercedes previously worked for the Tate Gallery, and for the last fifteen years she has been Director of Fine Art Communications, which supports and champions Contemporary British art and craft. Most importantly, she is a devoted art collector herself, with a particular love of Raku fired ceramics and Mid Century and Contemporary Abstract painting.
Confidentiality
We offer our clients a tailored service, with a focus on privacy, integrity and financial discretion. Our aim is to offer collectors advance access, and where possible preferred status with both galleries and artists, regarding the acquisition of artworks.
Consultancy Fees
Our fee structure is clear and simple, and as our client your financial interests come first in any acquisition negotiation. Artwork payments are made directly between the client and the artist or gallery, ensuring financial transparency and accurate documentation of provenance.
Retainer Fees
For clients requiring ongoing consultancy or open-ended access to new and relevant works of art, we also offer a monthly or annual retainer fee option, which allows us to prioritise the growth of your private art collection in a fast-moving primary market.
