NEW YORK, NY— Winston Art Group, the leading independent art appraisal and advisory firm, has merged with Artory, a global Web3 pioneer in secure and data-driven collection management, to form Winston Artory Group (WAG). This groundbreaking merger is supported by a strategic investment led by Strobe Ventures, with participation from CMT Digital, Galaxy Digital, the family office of Eijk van Otterloo, and other previous investors.
 
Combining decades of trusted expertise and cutting-edge technology, Winston Artory Group sets a new benchmark for art and collectibles stewardship. The firm offers a suite of services tailored to meet the evolving needs of collectors, fiduciaries, and institutions.
 
“Collectors deserve more than transactional relationships,” said Elizabeth von Habsburg, Co-Founder and Co-Executive Chairman of WAG. “They deserve a relationship with their art asset advisors that is based on credibility, expertise, and data-driven metrics. That’s what WAG delivers—with discretion, security, and long-term vision.”
 
Winston Artory Group integrates Winston Art Group’s expertise in appraisal and advisory services with Artory’s institutional-grade data infrastructure and technology. Artory’s secure systems leverage a proprietary database of over 50 million public art transaction records as well as tokenization capabilities that generate tamper-proof, timestamped records of ownership and condition. Together, these products form an innovative platform that prioritizes privacy, security, and long-term wealth preservation.

The key offerings of Winston Artory Group include:
 
Appraisal Services: Comprehensive appraisals for estate planning, family division, insurance, damage assessment, donations, and art-as-collateral, ensuring clients receive accurate and defensible valuations.
Advisory Expertise: Strategic guidance and advocacy for buying, selling, financing, and managing every collecting category, tailored to meet clients’ unique goals and maximize value.
Collection Management: Bespoke services integrating advanced data and Web3 technology for inventory, preservation, and access through a secure, unified platform.
Data Services: Real-time valuation tools, AI-driven analytics, and digital asset management solutions using WAG’s depth of expertise and unparalleled data analytics that empower clients to make informed decisions and maximize the potential of their collections.