On the fringes of the big league dominated by the three giants of the sector Sotheby's, Christie's and Artcurial, the world of auctions is seeing the emergence of a new generation of auctioneers ready to change the codes of a rather compartmentalized environment. Female profiles, agile in both the management of their business and in treasure hunting, skilled in communicating on networks, this new generation has everything to seduce the uninitiated. Sold!

1/ Saint Auction

Who? Auctioneer Chloë Collin was honored by the Times and featured in Vanity Fair's 2023 ranking of the 30 people under 30. To participate in this dusting off of codes but also to make a name for herself, the young woman did not hesitate to organize several sales around her passion, graffiti, a discipline less mastered by the big houses. At not even thirty years old, and after a short career at Pierre Berger & Associés, Chloë Collin launched Saint-Auction last year.

What? Among the few sales made by Saint-Auction, we obviously notice the collection of Emmanuel Moyne, the graffiti artists' lawyer, which includes African art as well as unusual works and of course graffiti. A good definition of the eclectic curiosity of the young auction house.

Follow her: On Tik Tok as on Instagram, this slightly eccentric auctioneer is known under the name of “La Saint glinglin” (@la.saint.glinglin). Also, saint-auction.com

2/ Enkan House

Who? Having worked at Christie's Paris, the young auctioneer with Breton origins Amélie Desaize launched Enkan in 2024, a " auction house combining prestige and emotion " On her website, she specifies that " love " or " In quantum » in Latin means « for how much? " The young woman preferred the Breton version (with a k), a nod to her roots.

What? Enkan is aimed at lovers of art or beautiful objects full of history. But its first sale targeted a beautiful collection of wines, including emblematic grands crus with a bottle of Château d'Yquem from 1967 sold for €780.
Follow her: The thirty-year-old runs two accounts on Instagram, @mymoodsauctions and @house in kan where she presents her upcoming sales.
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3/ Trianon Auctions

Who? Marie Renoir founded Trianon Enchères in 2023. The auctioneer graduated in 2015 and has a great career behind her: she first joined the Artcurial teams before founding her own house. She is also known for being one of the faces of the show "Affaire Conclue" on France 2.

What? With a notebook of " next sales » Well stocked, Trianon Enchère covers a wide spectrum: primitive art, vintage fashion, old books…

Follow her: With over 4000 followers, @marierenoircp regularly posts his news on Instagram. trianon-encheres.com

4/ Penelope Auctions

Who? Pénélope Blanckaert acquired a solid reputation when she launched her auction house last year. Her CV already includes some big names in the sector, Piasa, Drouot, which positions her as an expert with robust experience. Enough to reassure buyers and sellers on an increasingly active fashion auction market where the prices of the most prestigious labels can reach new heights.

What? Last November, the young house made a name for itself with the online auction of 250 Prada and Miu Miu pieces from two remarkable wardrobes. It's clear: Penelope's reserves its talents for fashion, fashion, fashion.

Follow her: less active online than her younger peers, Penelope's is still present on social networks to present her sales under the id @penelopesauction. Also, penelopesauction.com