Karen Irby

Karen Irby returned to Naples in 2015 after a seven-year sojourn in London.
While in the U.K., Karen was awarded a PhD in Eighteenth-Century Literature
from Royal Holloway, University of London and gained considerable experience
in the auction world. She started her career at Sotheby’s before being appointed
to Christie’s King Street, where she was fortunate to have worked in a number of
specialist departments including Rare Books and Old Master Pictures. Most
recently, Karen was an integral member of the prestigious auction house’s
Estates, Appraisals and Valuations department, where she helped coordinate
multi-departmental valuations and guide clients through the consignment and
sales process.

Although her pursuits have taken her abroad, Karen maintained her love for
Naples, her hometown. She was raised in the Moorings, valedictorian of her
class, and considers herself well-versed in the nuances of some of the city’s
most beloved neighborhoods. As a Realtor, Karen is able to combine her
extensive education and passion for art with her deep-seated knowledge of
Naples, providing her real estate clients with unparalleled expertise.