Ann Freedman (born 1955) is an American art dealer and former senior executive at Christie's auction house. She began her career at Christie's in the 1970s, eventually rising to the position of senior vice president of the New York office, where she oversaw the sale of major works by artists such as Pablo Picasso, Claude Monet, and Vincent van Gogh. In 2002, Freedman left Christie's and founded the Ann Freedman Gallery, a New York‑city dealership specializing in post‑Impressionist, Modern, and contemporary art.
Freedman's professional activities have included curating exhibitions, authoring catalogue essays, and advising private collectors and institutions on acquisitions. The gallery has handled notable transactions involving works by Jackson Pollock, Georges Braque, and other prominent artists. Freedman has also been a frequent commentator on the art market, appearing in industry publications and media outlets.
In addition to her commercial work, Freedman has been involved in several high‑profile legal disputes concerning the provenance and attribution of artworks sold through her gallery or while at Christie's. These cases have contributed to broader discussions within the art world regarding due diligence, authentication processes, and the responsibilities of dealers and auction houses.
Freedman continues to operate her gallery and remains an active figure in the international art market, participating in fairs, symposiums, and advisory boards related to art collecting and museum acquisition.
