Physical Stats & More
| Height | 170 cm |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Grey |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Rugby School, Warwickshire, England |
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Personal Life
| Hometown | England |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Not Known |
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Family
| Spouse | N/A |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| Hugh Edmeades started his journey at Christie’s in 1978 with a focus on antique furniture. | |
| In the same year, he earned the position of Director of International Auctions at Christie’s. | |
| His expertise lies in conducting auctions for fine art, vintage vehicles, and charity causes, overseeing over 2,500 sales at Christie’s. | |
| Hugh has auctioned a wide array of items, from guitars owned by Eric Clapton to masterpieces by Old Masters, Impressionists, and Contemporary artists. | |
| Through his work, he has contributed to raising over £97 million for charitable trusts. | |
| In 2019, Hugh was chosen as an IPL auctioneer by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). | |
| During the 2022 IPL auction, he experienced a health scare, fainting and falling from the platform due to Postural Hypertension. | |
| Hugh leverages his experience to mentor budding auctioneers and adapt to the evolving landscape, including transitioning from telephone bidding to online streaming. |