LYON & TURNBULL

Our Specialists

Grace Tu
Head of Asian Art

Grace Tu is Head of Asian Art at Lyon & Turnbull, leading the department’s programme of Fine Asian Works of Art auctions across London and Edinburgh, as well as specialist valuations.

With extensive experience in both Asia and Europe, Grace has worked in leading institutions and galleries including the National Palace Museum in Taipei and Ben Janssens Oriental Art Gallery in London, where she specialised in Chinese antiques and participated in international fairs such as Asian Art in London (AAIL) and TEFAF Maastricht.

She holds a BA in Archaeology and Anthropology from the National Taiwan University and an MA in History of Art from SOAS, University of London, specialising in Indian and Southeast Asian Art. 

Tsai Yiing Ing
Asian Art Specialist

Based in Edinburgh, Tsai Yiing Ing is a Specialist in Lyon & Turnbull’s Asian Art department, working on the Fine Asian Works of Art auctions and supporting the company’s international client base.

Originally trained as a researcher in contemporary Chinese literature, Tsai developed a strong interest in Asian art while co-owning and running a gallery in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, specialising in Chinese, Tibetan, and Peranakan art. Alongside this, he completed his doctorate in Chinese literature at the University of Malaya. His combined academic expertise and hands-on market experience bring valuable insight to his work with Chinese-speaking clients and consignors.

Kristina Sanne
Head and Consultant Specialist in Islamic & Indian Art

Kristina Sanne is one of the foremost Islamic Art specialists in the UK and we are proud to say she joined as a consultant specialist in 2018. 

Kristina has specialised in Islamic Art since receiving her degree in History of Art. During her career she has worked on a number of important collections including the Vincent Bulent Collection of Iznik Pottery and the renowned Desenfans Collection, in which the Mughal Shah Jahan dagger fetched a record £1.7 million in 2008.

Kristina now leads the team at Kristina Sanne LLP, an independent boutique advisory company which operates from Somerset. 

Neil Graham
Associate Specialist, Islamic & Indian Art

Neil brings to the art world a robust foundation in business and project management, shaped by his earlier career with leading multinational corporations. 

Pursuing a longstanding commitment to the arts, he undertook postgraduate study at the Courtauld Institute of Art and the Sotheby’s Institute of Art, gaining a rigorous grounding in art history and the dynamics of the international art market.

Since joining Lyon & Turnbull in 2024, Neil has now specialised in Islamic and Indian Art, focusing on works that exemplify aesthetic refinement and cultural significance of these traditions. His particular interest lies in Indian miniature painting, where he brings a nuanced understanding of artistic practice and cross-cultural exchange.

His approach is defined by thorough research and close attention to provenance, patronage, and historical context. Committed to strengthening the international market for Islamic and Indian Art, Neil works with discretion and professionalism to connect exceptional objects with discerning collectors, while fostering broader appreciation for these enduring artistic traditions. 

Website: Lyon & Turnbull: UK Specialist Auctions | Edinburgh & London

Phone:0207 930 9115

Email: london@lyonandturnbull.com