In 1767 the firm became Baker & Leigh, after George Leigh became a partner, and was renamed to Leigh and Sotheby in 1778 after Baker's death when Leigh's nephew, John Sotheby, inherited Leigh's share. Sotheby's was established on 11 March 1744 in London by Samuel Baker, a bookseller. It has 80 locations in 40 countries, and maintains a significant presence in the UK. It is one of the world's largest brokers of fine and decorative art, jewellery, and collectibles. Sotheby's ( / ˈ s ʌ ð ə b i z/ SUDH-ə-beez) is a British-founded multinational corporation with headquarters in New York City. Sotheby's Institute of Art, Sotheby's International Realty, RM Sotheby's
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