Margi Gristina with a rare Xuande ‘dragon bowl’ made almost 600 years ago; Courtesy Christie’s
Asia Week New York is delighted to welcome Margaret (Margi) Gristina as its new Chairperson. “I’m honored to have been appointed Chairman of Asia Week New York and thrilled to be part of the organization once again, ” says Ms. Gristina, Senior Specialist, VP of Christie’s Ceramics and Works of Art. “It’s a privilege to follow in the footsteps of esteemed colleagues who have shaped this organization with such dedication and passion. I look forward to collaborating with such a talented group of colleagues as we continue to inspire and engage collectors, institutions, and scholars in the vibrant world of Asian art.”
Ms. Gristina emphasizes that Asia Week New York will remain a leading resource for Asian art—and become even more dynamic through exceptional exhibitions, sales, and events. With year-round coverage, including weekly newsletters, an updated website, active social media channels, and webinars featuring world-renowned experts, the organization has attracted hundreds of registrants and a global audience. Looking ahead, she notes, “As we prepare for March 2026 and welcome back our distinguished members from around the world, we aim to showcase new additions in both traditional and contemporary Asian art, engaging even more collectors and enthusiasts.”
Currently, the Senior Specialist, VP of Christie’s Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, Ms. Gristina, focuses on business development for auction and private sales, as well as working with a talented team to research works presented for sale. She joined Christie’s in 2012 and has since worked closely on such important sales as The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 17th-Century Chinese Porcelains from the Collection of Julia and John Curtis, The Collection of Peggy and David Rockefeller, Early Chinese Ritual Bronzes from the Daniel Shapiro Collection, and J. J. Lally & Co., amongst others. Prior to joining Christie’s, she served as the Director of The Chinese Porcelain Company in New York for over ten years. While there, she developed her expertise in Chinese porcelain and export art, ceramics, and works of art, with a focus on objects of the 17th and 18th centuries. In 2007, Ms. Gristina followed other pursuits as a private consultant and writer, including co-authoring four volumes on Chinese export porcelain entitled Portugal in Porcelain from China; 500 Years of Trade (2008-2011, Art Books Ltd., London). She served on the board of The National Antique and Art Dealers of America from 2001 to 2005 and the planning committee of Asia Week New York from 2014 to 2016.
Join us in warmly welcoming Margi to Asia Week New York and celebrating her leadership in advancing the vibrant world of Asian art!