About us

Ars Belga operates as both an art advisory and a gallery. Founded as a Belgian art advisory, we have been supporting private collectors and family estates since 2009 with independent expertise and long-term vision. Combining strategic guidance with curatorial practice, in 2022, we opened a Swiss branch dedicated to the development of a gallery program.

Our Mission

Our mission is to preserve and develop artistic patrimonies while integrating art into a broader cultural and wealth strategy. Across both activities, our approach is defined by transparency, confidentiality, discretion, and a strong commitment to long-term value.

The Gallery - Since 2022, the gallery program builds on Ars Belga’s advisory foundations and reflects a research-driven and market-aware approach. Through exhibitions and participation in major international art fairs, such as Abu Dhabi Art, Art Genève, and BRAFA, the gallery presents carefully curated projects that dialogue with both private and institutional collectors.

The Advisory - We specialize in advising private collectors, family estates and artist studios throughout every level of the art market. We assist our clients with all market practicalities and provide them with privileged access and independent knowledge through strategic buying, selling, and evaluation processes. We have a proven track record of success in locating specific artworks for our clients through our extensive network of dealers, galleries, and auction house specialists.

Our Foundation

Our team of experts is committed to upholding the highest standards of professional practice.

Our Vision

We are passionate about our work and are relentless in our pursuit of excellence. We value subject matter expertise and an insatiable thirst for knowledge.

Our Methodology

We expect our employees to have an art market knowledge well beyond their core responsibilities, and to think creatively. We know that the best solutions result from the ideas and contributions of a diverse team of partners.

Why work with us

We are committed our clients. We think Long-term and are invested in the success of each project we start. We take pride in constantly introducing novel and innovative approaches.

Our team

For almost two decades, Vincent Matthu has helped to build a number of private collections, sourcing off-market works of quality and significance, while maintaining absolute privacy and discretion. His expertise in Belgian Surrealism, Postwar and Contemporary Korean Art, American and European Conceptual and Minimal Art, makes him a highly respected consultant who brings a unique and varied understanding of the art market. With a team based in Brussels, Geneva and London, Ars Belga provides astute specialist guidance on the current market to private collectors, artists and family estates.
With an academic background in Art History and Economics, Nicolas joined Ars Belga in 2019 and became a partner in 2022. Specializing in Post-War and Contemporary Art, he developed his expertise at Christie’s in London and by overseeing the collection of a prominent private collector in Brussels. Known for his comprehensive market knowledge and strategic insight, Nicolas is a trusted advisor with a proven track record in building exceptional international collections.
Trained as an art historian, with an academic background in Italian art from the Quattrocento, Clara holds a B.A. in Law Studies from Paris Descartes University and an M.A. in Collection Studies from the University of Warwick.
With a background in art history and design, Chloé holds a B.A. from the University of Warwick and an M.A. in Interior Design from KCL School of Design, bringing her expertise to our clients collection management.
Selin joined Ars Belga to oversee the development of the curatorial and online department of the firm. Prior to joining Ars Belga, Selin worked at Gagosian London. Selin holds an MA from Sotheby's Institute, London.
Trained as an art historian Aria holds a B.A in Art History and a MA in Copyright Law. Prior to joining Ars Belga, Aria worked at the European Commission’s Historical Archive department. Aria focuses on market research, reports, and auction due diligence.

What matters to us

Performance

We believe that companies perform better as they act in the interest of their employees, clients and communities. Our top priority is to deliver a sustainable long-term performance on which our clients depend.

Confidentiality

Confidentiality is a critical component and a value that we hold dear. We ensure that all sensitive and personal data is protected to the fullest extent possible in all circumstances.

Transparency

Transparency is a guiding principle in all of our projects. We are committed to establishing trust with both our clients and our employees.

Our expertise is dedicated to protecting our clients and their assets, through providing them with astute specialist guidance on the current market.

Vincent Matthu, ARS Belga Founder