About us….
Giles Baker-Smith has been working at the heart of the London art world continuously for well over 35 years, initially in the secondary market, specializing in nineteenth and twentieth century British and European painting, and, since 1992, focusing primarily on the contemporary sector. As founding director of the Blue Gallery, he has identified, nurtured and championed the work of a host of artists across a wide spectrum of media, many of whom have forged significant reputations. In September 2021, he joined forces with Tracey Grace to open a beautiful gallery on the first floor of listed Georgian townhouse overlooking Wells Cathedral in Somerset. With this new space, GBS Fine Art will continue offer a platform for artists, who, irrespective of fad and fashion, produce work of clarity, accomplishment and resonance.
GBS Fine Art
Sources almost anything that passes as fine art from the medieval to the modern to the contemporary.
Assists in the initiation and/or development of a coherent art collection.
Purchases or sells at auction on a collector’s behalf or simply advises as to condition, value or auction strategy.
Offers a comprehensive restoration and conservation service, working with a variety of experts appropriate to the medium.
Advises on and undertakes any sort of framing requirement from the modest to the more elaborate carved antique.
Assists and facilitates the hanging or installation of any kind of artwork or collection.
Undertakes research on works of art or collections, as rigorous and comprehensive as required.
Advises on insurance and probate valuations.
All these services are bespoke and chargeable as agreed in advance.
