Stuart Slavid

Pottery & Porcelain, Silver

Updated: 7.17.09

Stuart Slavid joined Skinner in 1989 as director of the Fine Ceramics department, specializing in English and Continental ceramics of the 18th through the 20th centuries. Stuart is internationally recognized as one of the foremost authorities on Wedgwood, and his life-long passion for English pottery and ceramics characterizes the strength of Skinner's Fine Ceramics department.

In 1993 Stuart was also appointed director of Skinner's European Furniture and Decorative Arts department, which offers fine European, Asian, and 19th-century American furniture and decorative arts. Stuart's vast knowledge and experience in this field has helped position Skinner as a major U.S. force in the sale of fine European pieces to both national and international clients. Stuart also oversees Skinner's Silver department.

As a leading auctioneer and general appraiser at Skinner, Stuart often lectures and conducts benefit auctions. He belongs to a number of professional organizations, including the China Students' Club of Boston, the Wedgwood Societies of New York and Boston, and is on the board of directors of both the American Ceramics Circle and the Wedgwood International Seminar.