European Fine Art

Peyton Lambert serves as Consignment Director of European Art at Heritage Auctions, bringing a broad academic background and dynamic auction experience to the Fine & Decorative Arts team. A Dallas native, Peyton earned her B.A. in Art History from the University of Alabama, followed by dual graduate degrees in Art History from the University of St Andrews, Scotland, and Sotheby’s Institute of Art in London.

She began her auction career at Sotheby’s New York, working in the 19th Century European Paintings department. Peyton joined Heritage in 2020 after relocating back to Dallas and quickly established herself as a key contributor across departments. She has been a licensed auctioneer since 2021 and regularly calls sales across Heritage's venues. Peyton especially enjoys deep provenance research and recently uncovered a rich ownership history for a Claude-Joseph Vernet painting from the Estate of Toni Chapman Brinker, tracing its lineage through French aristocracy in the 18th century.

Outside the auction world, Peyton is a lifelong equestrian and active competitor in the hunter/jumper circuit. While studying in the UK, she played polo for St Andrews and London university teams, winning a national championship in her division. As a collector, she gravitates toward objects with strong visual presence and personal resonance—often drawn to portrait paintings and photographs, fine timepieces, and vintage handbags.