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Maison Velin auction
Maison Velin art investment
Maison Velin art investment
Maison Velin auction
Maison Velin art investment
Maison Velin art investment
Maison Velin auction
Maison Velin art investment
Maison Velin auction
Maison Velin art investment

REFINED ART ADVISORY HOUSE

BASED IN SWITZERLAND

BASED IN SWITZERLAND

OUR HOUSE

OUR HOUSE

Maison Velin art investment

CURATING TIMELESS WORTH

At Maison Velin, we transform art appreciation into strategic investment through our unique blend of Swiss financial discipline and Gulf cultural insight to identify artworks that carry legacy, prestige, and long-term value. We guide collectors through the sophisticated ecosystem of the global fine art market with a special focus on the Gulf art scene.

Through personalized advisory services, exclusive market intelligence, and our private insights publication "The Curator's Note", we empower both seasoned collectors and new entrants to navigate the art world with confidence.

Our Swiss-Gulf connections uniquely position us to identify emerging opportunities where heritage and modernity converge, creating a legacy that resonates across generations.

Bridging Cultures, Building Collections.

EXPERTISE

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Art Investment Advisory

Strategic guidance to navigate the art market with confidence. We help you make informed acquisition decisions, tailored to your risk tolerance, timeline, and aesthetic preferences.
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Access to UHNW Private Sales

Exclusive access to off-market opportunities and private collections. We leverage our network to connect you with rare pieces before they reach public auction.
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Advisory for Artists

Strategic counsel for emerging and established artists seeking to build their market presence. We provide insights on pricing, representation, and positioning within the contemporary art landscape.

A TRADITION OF TRUST

Our mission

To bridge cultures and curate meaningful collections. We transform art passion into strategic acquisition, guiding our elit ecosystem of collectors toward works that carry both cultural depth and lasting value. We provide advisory to shape the future of art investment with refined taste, discretion, and elegance.

Our vision

To accompany the Gulf’s rising cultural expansion by shaping informed, globally connected collectors. We believe this region is defining the next era of art patronage — and we position our clients at its forefront.

Our approach

To unite financial intelligence with cultural depth. Through our proprietary Gulf Collector Index, The Curator’s Note, and our published reports and books, we offer guidance shaped by leading advisors and market experts. We identify opportunities early, anticipate shifts in taste, and empower collectors to act with precision and autonomy.

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The conversations that happen in private salons  now in your hands…

Discover the hidden rules that shape elite art portfolios and the signals only top collectors see.

Only a handful of collectors ever understand how the world’s wealthiest families actually build power through art.

Inside, you’ll uncover:

  • The confidential investment frameworks used by private banks and royal collectors

  • How to recognize undervalued artists before they become the next blue-chip names

  • The psychology of legacy: why art is the most elegant form of wealth preservation

  • How Maison Velin curates timeless worth,  from Basel to the Gulf

It’s not just a book; it’s an initiation into the discreet architecture of Art & Wealth.

Afra Kubra

About The Author

Afra Pinar stands at the intersection of finance and art, bringing a unique perspective to art investment advisory. With a Master's degree in Financial Engineering from HEC Lausanne and a solid experience in Swiss private banking, she transforms cultural masterpieces into strategic assets through her deep understanding of market dynamics, financial strategies and elit ecosystem access.

As the founder of Maison Velin, Afra specializes in Swiss-Gulf Cultural cooperation. Afra Pinar is the author of the book "The Billionaire's Guide to Art Investment" and publishes The Curator's Note, an exclusive art intelligence publication for select connaisseurs. Moreover, Afra has designed the proprietary Gulf Collector Index, a framework that tracks the taste patterns, acquisition behavior, and investment sensitivities of Gulf collectors. This intellectual property, owned exclusively by Maison Velin, powers our quarterly reports that decode emerging trends, shifts in cultural preference, and the strategic decision-making of the region’s most influential collectors. Her work continues to shape the future of art investment with refined taste, discretion, and elegance.
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Afra Pinar merges financial engineering expertise with art market intelligence to transform cultural pieces into strategic investments. Her Swiss-Gulf advisory specialization is enhanced by her ability to demystify complex art finance concepts for collectors.
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Upcoming Events

Join Maison Velin for a showcase of the latest art exhibitions and Auctions. Experience creativity come to life.

5-9 December 2025 - Riyadh

Misk Art Week

Experience a stunning collection that brings together contemporary artists showcasing their very best work. Don’t miss out on this visual delight in a middle eastern immersive set up.

5-7 February 2025 - Doha

Art Basel Qatar

Join us for an evening filled with inspiring art, engaging discussions, and unique creations from talented artists. Be part of the first Edition of Art Basel in Qatar.

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20 November-6 December 2025 - Riyadh

Monthly Gallery Events

Abu Dhabi Collector Week convenes discerning collectors, institutional leaders and art patrons for an exclusive series of museum-level viewings, private sales, and strategic conversations.

By invitation only.

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Maison Velin | Art investment advisory transforming cultural passion into strategic assets.

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The Curator Spotlight

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Based in Switzerland