Marlene Corbun

Contemporary Art & Web3 Art

I am an independent art advisor and curator specializing in Contemporary Art and Web3 Art. My practice is driven by a deep commitment to living artists and to the ways in which art can generate new perspectives, challenge established narratives, and foster meaningful dialogue about our society. I am particularly interested in artistic practices that reflect the complexities of our time and open new ways of understanding the world around us. My expertise bridges both the traditional art world and the rapidly evolving digital art landscape, allowing me to navigate and connect these two spheres with confidence and insight.

With more than a decade of experience in the international art market, I have worked across leading institutions, galleries, museums, and advisory platforms. Prior to founding my first art advisory boutique in London in 2017, I gained valuable experience at White Cube and Christie’s. During the COVID-19 period, I established and led the art advisory department for the family office of the private bank ODDO BHF in Switzerland.

In 2022, I launched a new independent art advisory practice based in Switzerland and was appointed Head Curator of LaCollection, a pioneering platform dedicated to digital and Web3 art. Over the past five years, I have developed exhibitions and strategic collaborations with some of Europe’s most respected museums and cultural institutions, including the British Museum, the Leopold Museum, Francisco Carolinum, the Monnaie de Paris, and the Musée d’Art Contemporain de Lyon (MAC Lyon).

In 2026, I became Head Curator of Danae while simultaneously developing 1I2, a new art consultancy dedicated to supporting collectors, institutions, artists, and cultural organizations across both contemporary and digital art ecosystems. These complementary roles reflect my commitment to fostering meaningful connections between contemporary artistic practices, emerging technologies, and the evolving landscape of collecting and exhibition-making.

As an art advisor, I work closely with private collectors, family offices, and institutions to build, develop, and manage significant contemporary art collections with both historical relevance and long-term vision. My approach combines market expertise, curatorial insight, and a deep understanding of artistic practices to support thoughtful and informed collecting.

As a curator, I conceive and develop exhibitions, cultural programs, and strategic projects for museums, institutions, and private organizations. My curatorial work is particularly focused on contemporary and digital artistic practices, exploring how artists engage with the social, technological, and philosophical questions of our time.

My academic background combines art history and business. I hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Art History from The Courtauld Institute of Art in London and a Master’s degree in Management from EM Lyon Business School in France. At The Courtauld, my thesis explored Mark Rothko’s Colour Walls through the lens of the existentialist philosophy of Jean-Paul Sartre.