About

Wendy Cromwell

Wendy is the founder of Cromwell Art LLC. She is an art industry veteran with over 25 years experience as an art advisor, appraiser, former Contemporary art auction specialist, art market spokesperson, art historian, lecturer and writer. Her deep market knowledge and connections afford top level access to works of art at all price points, from emerging art to blue-chip. Wendy’s breadth of experience, art historical perspective, and transactional expertise make her an invaluable resource to both individuals and families who want to collect art with strategic guidance.

Wendy is a trusted, known professional who offers a wide range of curatorial services to private collectors, corporations and family offices, assisting them with buying, valuing, selling, developing and structuring art collections, all from an independent, unbiased viewpoint. Her advice extends beyond the acquisition of a work of art, offering nuanced expertise in framing, shipping, installation, lighting, preservation, conservation and insurance. Working with Wendy ensures a seamless art collecting experience.

Prior to founding Cromwell Art, Wendy was a Vice President of Contemporary Art at Sotheby’s New York for nearly a decade. Wendy received her Master of Arts in Modern Art from the Institute of Fine Arts, NYU and graduated from Smith College with a Bachelor of Arts in Art History. Wendy is the past President and current board member of the Association of Professional Art Advisors. She is also a member of the Appraisers Association of America.  

Wendy is a member of the Visiting Committee of the Smith College Museum of Art, where she created the Contemporary Associates to fund art acquisitions. She is also a founding member of the Contemporary Art Acquisitions Committee of the American Friends of the Israel Museum, where she previously served on the board.