Heritage Auctions Appoints Frank Hettig as VP of Modern & Contemporary Art
The Facts
On August 12, 2026, Heritage Auctions announced the appointment of Frank Hettig as Vice President of Modern & Contemporary Art. Hettig brings over 12 years of auction experience and a reputation as a curator, critic, and connoisseur of contemporary art. Trained as an art historian at the University of Amsterdam, he has advised on exhibitions and museum catalogues, lectured at US and international universities, and organized cultural events for the Goethe-Institute Los Angeles and the Consulate General of the Netherlands. As an independent critic, he has written for Artforum, Kunstforum, and other publications, and has implemented private and corporate collections for Fortune 100 companies, achieving world record results for modern and contemporary works.
The Signal
The appointment signals Heritage Auctions' strategic push to deepen its expertise in the modern and contemporary market, leveraging Hettig's dual background in scholarship and commerce. His track record with institutional-level collections and cross-cultural programming may help the auction house attract high-value consignments from both private collectors and corporate entities. Hettig's critical writing and curatorial experience also position Heritage to offer consignors a more narrative-driven approach to sales, potentially differentiating it in a competitive auction landscape.
- People: Frank Hettig
- Auction Houses: Heritage Auctions
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