WHY US
Founded in 1982, the Subarna auction room was born from the beginning with the firm vocation of managing the purchase and sale of objects and works of art through public auction.
Our history
How have we achieved it?
Extensive experience
We have a team of experts with proven track records, art historians who are at your disposal to study and expertize your possessions, offering you the possibility of confidential and free valuations. Likewise, their knowledge allows them to offer buyers the maximum guarantees for what they purchase.
Public and private trust
Thanks to this, countless works have been sold through our gallery and have become part of important national and international collections, as well as museums and public institutions such as the Museu Nacional d´Art de Catalunya.
Our team
Alicia Torguet Sabés
Manager
With over 30 years of experience in the accounting and financial sector within the commercial industry, she stands out for her solid track record managing key departments such as accounting, finance, and human resources. She is characterized as an energetic and proactive professional, with a remarkable ability for organization, teamwork, and adaptation to new challenges. Her approach is based on continuous improvement and constant learning, which allows her to face each challenge with enthusiasm and effectiveness. Equipped with a strong analytical mindset and great attention to detail, she also excels for her sociable profile, positive attitude, and empathy—qualities that enhance her ability to lead teams and create collaborative and motivating work environments.
Vicente Climent Vivé
Management and Admissions
With 40 years of experience behind him, Vicente also co-directs the gallery, handling the admission of lots. His critical eye has led him throughout his career to sell names such as Picasso, Miró, and Dalí, as well as renowned brands like Cartier, Patek Philippe, and Jensen, at the highest auctions. The values he upholds are always honesty, ethics, and order, as his main goal is to keep both the seller and the buyer satisfied. Personalized and close attention are some of the reasons why we recommend you contact him.
Roger Pallarès Cruz
Management and Treasury
He currently co-directs the gallery in addition to being our auctioneer, overseeing logistics, and managing treasury. His studies in business administration have led him, over his 18 years of experience, to organize a warehouse with over 5,000 pieces in motion and to develop new logistical strategy systems. This extensive experience has honed his critical eye in both art and watchmaking.
Virginia Fernández Martínez
Administration and Customer Service
She is in charge of internal, external, and institutional relations at Subarna. Having studied Business Administration, he has been a reference for over 15 years due to his precision and meticulousness in trusted transactions and in monitoring the processes of each bid. His daily work focuses on strengthening the bonds between consignors, buyers, and public institutions, with loyalty and reputation being his primary goals.
María Rodríguez Andújar
Painting
She is in charge of the painting department, which includes categories of old master paintings, 19th-century, 20th-century, and contemporary art. With over 9 years of experience in the auction sector, 3 years in a gallery, and 2 years at international fairs, she has the skill to identify the precise market value of each artwork. Her greatest ambition is to be both precise and ethical in this task. Additionally, she thoroughly enjoys the meticulous study of each lot, as they can hide incredible stories!
Laura Palacios Gonzalo
Decorative Arts
She is in charge of the department of decorative arts, oriental arts, and design, and each month he can catalog more than 500 pieces. His career began in the museum sector, and from there he moved into public administration, working in the cultural sector. He stands out for his versatility, as the antiques can include anything from French porcelain to a Barbie from the 1950s, to an 18th-century French piece of furniture.
Afra Ros i Boada
Sculpture
She is part of the Decorative Arts department, where she carries out cataloguing, research, and valuation work on pieces ranging from antiques to design and collectible objects. A graduate in Art History, she has completed internships at the Associació per a l’Estudi del Moble, further deepening her expertise in furniture analysis. With a particular interest in sculpture, she approaches the wide variety of typologies within the department with a well-founded critical eye. She has also contributed to projects such as the incorporation of furniture from the exclusive Hotel Arts. She is distinguished by her attention to detail and her strong involvement in the analysis of each lot.
Diana Rios Javega
Production and photography
She is in charge of the photography and layout department, bringing solid experience in fashion, e-commerce, and still-life photography. Her work focuses on creating images and visual compositions that combine aesthetics and functionality, tailored to the needs of each project and aimed at enhancing product presentation. She also designs and adapts our printed catalogue for each live auction.
Josep Solé Llagostera
Communication and Marketing
He is in charge of the communication and marketing department. With him, your lots will reach thousands of people around the world: his channels focus on online and offline media, SEO and SEM technologies, social media, photography, web design, gallery museography, and more. He has a keen interest in the historical interiors of European palaces, highlighting his photographic experience in the sector.