Art Historian

You will be working full-time on-site as an Art Historian for AstaGuru, located in Mumbai. Your main responsibilities will include conducting in-depth research on various art movements, periods, and individual artists, analyzing artworks to understand their historical, cultural, and social contexts, and staying updated on current research and developments in the field. You will be tasked with identifying new artists, preparing presentations for management, sourcing and documenting books for archiving purposes, researching artworks and artists for various departments, and maintaining exhibition histories. Additionally, you will be required to research and capture the Auction Calendar of Christie's, document artworks for the Client Relations team, and assist in public relations activities related to the collections featured in AstaGuru's auctions. To qualify for this role, you should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Art History, Fine Arts, or a related field, along with 3-5 years of proven experience in research, publication, or exhibition development. Experience working in museums, galleries, universities, or cultural institutions will be an added advantage. Strong research and analytical abilities, excellent communication and presentation skills, as well as knowledge of Indian art and cultural heritage are essential for this position.,