John Douglas Block

Background

Block, John Douglas was born on May 3, 1948 in Princeton, New Jersey, United States. Son of S. Lester and Ruth (Harris) Block.

Education

Bachelor, Princeton University, 1970.

Career

Vice chairman, director international jewels North America & South America, Sotheby's, New York City, 1970-1994; vice president H&S American, Sotheby's, New York City, since 1994; also board directors, Sotheby's, New York City.

Achievements

• John Douglas Block has been listed as a noteworthy Auction house executive by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Member The Millbrook Golf and Tennis Club, Brook Club.

Interests

• Avocations: travel, collecting art and antiques, equestrian sports.

Connections

Married Hilary Cushing, June 22, 1985. Children: Alexander, Brooke.

Father:

S. Lester Block

Mother:

Ruth (Harris) Block

Spouse:

Hilary Cushing

child:

Alexander Block

child:

Brooke Block