Jasper Huisman
Mid-Level Antique Dealer | European Decorative Arts, Provenance Research & Appraisals
Paleiskwartier Antiek & Kunsthandel
Dear Hiring Team,
I am writing to express my interest in the Antique Dealer position at Paleiskwartier Antiek & Kunsthandel. With a professional background rooted in seventeenth- to nineteenth-century continental furniture, Dutch silver, and decorative ceramics, I welcome the opportunity to contribute my connoisseurship, archival research capabilities, and client advisory experience to your gallery's acquisition and sales operations.
In my current role at De Kempen Antiek & Kunsthandel, I curate and source period furniture, silver, and decorative ceramics from regional estates and auctions across the Benelux region. A central facet of my work involves conducting archival provenance research to establish historical significance and verify authenticity before objects enter the commercial showroom. Furthermore, I collaborate with specialized conservators to prepare condition reports and restoration treatments, and I provide formal acquisition advice to private collectors while brokering discreet private-treaty transactions.
Prior to this, as a Junior Specialist and Appraiser at Van Leeuwen Fine Arts & Veilinghuis, I appraised decorative objects, timepieces, and period furniture consigned for seasonal decorative arts auctions. During this tenure, I researched and authored scholarly catalog entries with bibliographical citations for over 600 catalogue lots annually, while advising prospective collectors during pre-sale consultations. Combined with my certification from Federatie TMV and my academic training in art history and decorative arts from Utrecht University, these experiences have provided me with a disciplined approach to both the commercial and scholarly dimensions of the art market.
Paleiskwartier Antiek & Kunsthandel's emphasis on high-calibre decorative arts aligns closely with my commitment to thorough documentation and object integrity. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss how my sourcing network, appraisal qualifications, and cataloguing background can support your upcoming gallery exhibitions and acquisitions. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Jasper Huisman