Richard Bagnall-Smith

Spear’s Review

Richard Bagnall-Smith’s aim in establishing Cadell with Willem-Joost de Gier was to create an alternative art advisory service. The firm focuses on private clients – often working on behalf of HNWs and UHNWs – who recognise the value of independent, professional-grade advice without conflicts of interest. The firm is FCA-regulated, a rarity in the art world, and has built a loyal client base of lawyers, trustees, family offices and private banks.

‘Transparency and a structured process might not seem synonymous with the art world, but it’s a big part of what we offer at Cadell,’ Bagnall-Smith says. ‘Our approach is designed to expand the number of options and reveal the best one for our clients.’