Sydney Antique and Fine Art Specialists, Auctioneers & Valuers
Aalders is a boutique auction house and specialist valuation service that was founded in 2006 by Julian Aalders and Kim Fyfe.
Our Stanmore rooms are home to monthly auctions including private and single owner collections and estates. In addition, house contents auctions are held throughout New South Wales.
We sell a broad range of antiques with a focus on Oriental, European and Australian objects including silver, porcelain, art, textiles, jewellery and furniture.
At Aalders, we provide a highly personalised auction and valuation service. Our aim is to provide both flexibility and individual attention to accommodate the needs of all clients.
Julian Aalders
Director & Auctioneer
Julian entered the world of auctions in 1995. He is highly qualified having obtained his Masters Degree of Philosophy in Decorative Arts and Furniture from Glasgow University 2002.
Additional Academic Achievements include:
- Bachelor of Applied Science in Cultural Heritage Management – University of Canberra
- English Silver and Hallmarks Course – Brian Eggelton, Sydney
- Australian Art Certificate – Christies Australia, Sydney
- Certificate of Decorative Arts from Australian Academy of Decorative Arts, Sydney
Julian began his ‘apprenticeship’ with Dalia Stanley in 1997 and progressed to the role of Gallery/Exhibition Manager and Senior Auctioneer. From 2004 to 2006 Julian was the Head of Decorative Arts, Fine Arts and Furniture at Cromwells Auctioneers and Valuers.
Kim Fyfe
Administration Manger
Kim has a degree in Administration and worked as the National Liaison Officer for various Governments funded traineeship projects in Canberra and Sydney. She has also held administration and client services roles in general and specialist dental practices.
Sarah Horvath
Senior Specialist & Auctioneer
Sarah has worked in the auction industry for over ten years and joined Aalders in 2008. Previously she has worked at Bonhams and Goodman and Leonard Joel. She has a Bachelor of Arts from the Australian Catholic University, Melbourne and enjoys the multi-faceted nature of the business, with a particular interest in art and antique silver.
William Broadhurst
Specialist
Will Broadhurst worked at Leonard Loel, Melbourne for 3 years in the furniture and object department prior to joining Aalders in 2020.
He has a strong passion for photography and art history, particularly Renaissance and Classical eras. Will’s photography can be found at www.williambroadhurst.tumblr.com
Glen Sutherland
Photographer
Glen Sutherland has worked as Aalder’s inhouse photographer for over 6 years and has worked in the auction industry for over a decade.
Glen’s career began as a photo journalist at the New Zealand Herald and at The Oxford Times in the United Kingdom.
He has worked at The University of Sydney Photography Laboratory and a number of Professional Pro Labs both here and abroad.
Oscar Aalders
Cataloguer and Trainee Auctioneer
Oscar is full time and learning all aspects of the Auction business. He has a keen interest in Jewellery and Watches and has been fortunate to undertake work experience with Chiltons Antiques and Pallion in their Jewellery and Casting Department.
Tess Hewson
Customer Relations
Tess works the front desk here at Aalders. She has a hospitality and customer service background and loves engaging with all our clients both in person and over the phone.
Tess is new to the auction world, however, has developed an interest in Japanese art in particular Woodblocks and Cloisonne.