Business News: Sam Hines Announced As Worldwide Head Of Sotheby’s Watch Division
By Cara Barrett
Sotheby’s has just announced Sam Hines as Worldwide Head of Watches. The position will be based in Hong Kong. Hines started his career at Sotheby’s in 1997 before becoming the International Co-Head of Watches at Christie’s in 2013 and the International Head of Watches at Phillips in 2015 under Aurel Bacs. His departure from Phillips was quite a shock, and his next move was much discussed; now it has been confirmed. Hines has had his share of hit sales, including the Singing Bird Pistols that sold for $5.9 million, two unknown James Ward Packard pocket watches that sold for $2.7 million, and the Star Caliber 2000.
“The watch market is one of the most global and fastest growing collecting categories, and we are delighted to welcome Sam at this moment of tremendous opportunity for Sotheby’s,” said Tad Smith, Sotheby’s CEO. “He joins an outstanding international watch team and, together with Laurence who joins us next month, will play in integral role in advancing our strategies.”
Hines will be working under the newly appointed head of Jewelry and Watch Division, Laurence Nicolas, (who recently joined from Dior) and Daryn Schnipper, Chairman of the International Watch Division. You can read more on Sothebys.com.
