Jacqueline Nowikovsky

Spear’s Review

Dr Jacqueline Nowikovsky of N Fine Art advises a small group of collectors across Europe, America and Asia, helping them to build collections of Modern, Post-war and Contemporary art. With a doctorate in philosophy – her dissertation was on the evolution of price-building in the art market – she combines academic knowledge with nearly two decades of practical experience, including senior roles at Bonhams.

Now based between London and Vienna, she works closely with families to shape collections that balance historical depth with contemporary relevance, often helping bring focus and direction to inherited assets.

‘When looking at the market,’ she says, ‘we’re always looking at opportunity.’ Her clients range from business founders to family offices, many with a long-term view of the cultural value of artwork. 

Adviser Profile

N Fine Art assists clients build globally significant art collections, sourcing highly sought-after works from emerging talent to blue-chip masterpieces. We create personalised investment portfolios that align with each client’s aesthetic preferences, risk appetite and long-term goals – combining art-historical expertise with rigorous financial analysis. Each acquisition undergoes due diligence verifying authenticity, provenance and condition in collaboration with the world’s leading specialists. Whether bidding at auction or transacting privately, we maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and discretion.

N Fine Art oversees short- and long-term collection management, including transport, framing, installation, storage, insurance valuations, conservation and valuable institutional loans.

Jacqueline collaborates closely with a global network of top galleries, trusted dealers and auction houses, securing her clients first-choice access to important works by the most coveted artists.

While most collections are actively growing, N Fine Art also handles strategic sales and has a successful track-record of auction consignments, fielding competitive proposals and negotiating preferential terms to secure profitable sales when it comes to finance new acquisitions, reflect an evolving investment dynamic or maximise the return on an investment. 

Philanthropy and legacy-building have become a growing focus, and we develop bespoke giving strategies to support artists, individual donations and international institutions.

We work with family offices as well as newly minted, aspiring and experienced collectors to build lasting, multigenerational collections and navigate the complexities of the global art market together.