Our Team
Vincent ten Vergert
Managing Director and expert for porcelain, bronzes & furniture
Christian Gründel
Certified Expert – Partner and Acquirer
Michael Lehrberger
Auctioneer and Acquirer
Dr. Christina Schulze
Art historian and director of the Bremen auction house Bolland & Marotz
Swen Stein
Art historian and head of the Art and Sculpture department specializing in prints
Juliana Tatcheva
Art historian and head of the porcelain department
Jörg Spott
Sworn expert for watches, watchmaker and publicly appointed and sworn auctioneer
Gaby Schlüsselburg
Gemmologist and Head of the Jewellery Department
Arno Borgers
Art historian and head of the Asian department
Christoph Friess
Responsible for incoming goods, expert for militaria and collectibles
Kerstin Niebisch
Art historian and head of the glass and silver department
Stefanie Thomas
Certified restorer and head of the Fashion & Customer Service department
Verena Schrade
Art historian & expert for porcelain and head of customer service
Peter Meyer
Photographer, Media design & Media production non print
Silke Missal
Account Manager & Certified restorer
Tim Christoph
Head of the Logistics Department
Ines Weiss
Head of Shipping Department
Mirko Heinrich
Contact for everything to do with secure shipping
The Beginnings: Focus on Art and Antiques
Historia Auction House was founded in 1995 in Ganderkesee, near Bremen, and quickly made a name for itself by specializing in the auctioning of art and antiques.
Expansion and Relocation to Berlin
A pivotal moment for Historia came in 2006, when Christian Gründel and Vincent ten Vergert took over the management and initiated a phase of expansion. This was bolstered by the acquisition of the Altus auction house in Berlin in 2007, followed by a strategic move to Berlin in 2008 to position itself at the heart of the German art market.
Spectacular Discovery: The Treasures of Sanssouci Palace
In 2010, Christian Gründel and Vincent ten Vergert discovered a long-lost collection of Old Master paintings from the Picture Gallery of Sanssouci Palace hidden behind a cupboard in a Berlin household. Among these remarkable finds were works from the workshop of Peter Paul Rubens. These extraordinary art treasures were acquired and returned to the Foundation of Prussian Palaces and Gardens in Berlin-Brandenburg, where they can now be accessed by the public again.
Merger and Growth: The Acquisition of Bolland & Marotz
The acquisition of the renowned Bremen auction house Bolland & Marotz in 2012 marked another strategic step in expanding Historia’s presence in the German market. This acquisition symbolized not only the growth of Historia but also the merger of two traditional houses into a common success story. The conduct of auctions at both locations and the distribution of selected goods groups increased the chances of achieving the best possible bids and offered a comprehensive solution for collection and estate resolutions.
Customer Growth and Internationalization
Historia has continuously expanded its customer base through investments in online marketing and by acquiring more than 20 renowned auction houses along with their client files across Germany. The successful auction of Pierre Brice’s personal estate in 2015, the acquisition of the web and naming rights of the insolvent online auction house Auctionata in 2017, and the auction of the erotic art collection of Beate Uhse in 2020, highlight the effective implementation of this strategy.
Looking into the Future: Tradition Meets Innovation
Adapting to digital trends, as well as observing and expanding growing markets, continues to strengthen Historia’s market position. The focus is on a balanced mix of proven business practices and innovative methods. This approach deepens existing relationships with collectors and artists while developing new partnerships. This enables Historia to successfully maintain its role in the art and antiques market and expand in a dynamic market environment.
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Consign, Auction & Pic-Up
Manteuffelstrasse 27
D-12103 Berlin-Tempelhof
Germany
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SAT – 8:30am -13:00pm
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