Ruthie Winston and John Abajian have over thirty-five years combined experience working in the antiques and estates auction industry. As consignment agents they had the privilege of viewing and handling a wide spectrum of property.

Ruthie began her appraisal education in 1987 with the American Society of Appraisers. She has been compliant with the Uniform Standards of Appraisal Practice (USPAP) since 1989 and completed the Appraisers Association of America NYU Appraisal Studies Program in 1990. Ruthie joined the International Society of Appraisers in 2006 and holds designations in Fine Art and Antiques & Residential Contents, achieving a Certification in Personal Property (CAPP) in 2011.

John was the lead consignment agent for a regional auction house for over a decade, joining the auction house having retired from his original career. His refined eye and his exceptional service to clients distinguished him amongst his peers. He joined the International Society of Appraisers in 2011 and is an Accredited Member, compliant with USPAP, having a designation in Fine Art. That said, John has a keen interest in variety of material including African Art, Photography, French Furniture, Silver, etc. In 2016 he was appointed to the Accessions Committee of the New Orleans Museum of Art.