About
With almost three decades of expertise, Cardiff Dugan Loy is a leader in the global contemporary art market. Emphasizing the importance of academic knowledge, thorough analysis, and an extensive network of contacts, her insights and connections enable clients to access top-tier artworks, often not readily available to the public. Understanding each client’s unique preferences, aesthetic, and budgetary considerations, Cardiff collaborates closely and discreetly with clients to curate distinctive art collections. CDL offers comprehensive services aimed at facilitating the art acquisition process. Operating on a commission-based model, our services include: vetting artworks, interfacing with dealers, bidding at auction, navigating art fairs, archive and conservation management, art library development, and a white glove approach to integral logistics like framing, insurance, delivery, installation and lighting.
Roy Lichtenstein
Landscape Through the Trees, 1981
Magna on canvas
About
With almost three decades of expertise, Cardiff Dugan Loy is a leader in the global contemporary art market. Emphasizing the importance of academic knowledge, thorough analysis, and an extensive network of contacts, her insights and connections enable clients to access top-tier artworks, often not readily available to the public. Understanding each client’s unique preferences, aesthetic, and budgetary considerations, Cardiff collaborates closely and discreetly with clients to curate distinctive art collections. CDL offers comprehensive services aimed at facilitating the art acquisition process. Operating on a commission-based model, our services include: vetting artworks, interfacing with dealers, bidding at auction, navigating art fairs, archive and conservation management, art library development, and a white glove approach to integral logistics like framing, insurance, delivery, installation and lighting.
Roy Lichtenstein
Landscape Through the Trees, 1981
Magna on canvas
Cardiff Loy, Founder & CEO
Cardiff holds a BA with honors in art history from Brown University and an MA in Arts Management from Columbia University. Initially working in the museum world, Loy shifted into the private sector upon relocating to Los Angeles, where she served for seven years as the inaugural curator for Hollywood agent Michael Ovitz’s private and corporate art collections. In 1997, she co-founded CDL alongside Eric Loy, transforming it into a premier provider of art advisory services globally. Cardiff’s leadership in the Association of Professional Art Advisors (APAA), continues to underscore her commitment to ethical practices in the industry.
Cardiff Loy
Founder & CEO
Cardiff holds a BA with honors in art history from Brown University and an MA in Arts Management from Columbia University. Initially working in the museum world, Loy shifted into the private sector upon relocating to Los Angeles, where she served for seven years as the inaugural curator for Hollywood agent Michael Ovitz’s private and corporate art collections. In 1997, she co-founded CDL alongside Eric Loy, transforming it into a premier provider of art advisory services globally. Cardiff’s leadership in the Association of Professional Art Advisors (APAA), continues to underscore her commitment to ethical practices in the industry.
Services
Access & Acquisitions Worldwide
- Vetting artworks with a focus on historical significance
- In-depth market analysis considering trends and long term value
- Registration and bidding at auction
- Relationship building with international
A-level gallerists - Navigation of private secondary market opportunities
- VIP access and navigation to international art fairs
- Personalized global gallery and museum itineraries
Fine Art Logistics
- Domestic & international shipping
- Professional art handling and installation
- Framing advisory and design access to top tier providers
- Lighting design
Collection Management
- Site specific artwork curation
- Valuation & insurance advisory
- Long-term care and conservation implementation
- Database development and ongoing management
- Art library development
Services
Access & Acquisition Worldwide
- Vetting artworks with a focus on historical significance
- In-depth market analysis considering trends and long term value
- Registration and bidding at auction
- Relationship building with international A level gallerists
- Navigation of private secondary market opportunities
- VIP access and navigation to international art fairs
- Personalized global gallery and museum itineraries
Fine Art Logistics
- Domestic & international shipping
- Professional art handling and installation
- Framing advisory and design access to top tier providers
- Lighting design
Collection Management
- Site specific artwork curation
- Valuation & insurance advisory
- Long-term care and conservation implementation
- Database development and ongoing management
- Art library development
Team
Team
Eric Loy
Founder & President
Kerin Backhaus
Director
Natalie Yeroomian
Executive and Sales Assistant
Eric Loy
Founder & President
Kerin Backhaus
Director
Natalie Yeroomian
Executive and Sales Assistant
CDL Art Advisory does not accept artist submissions. All artworks depicted acquired by CDL Art Advisory LLC. All rights reserved. © 2024
