Private Art Collector
Koch Collections
“Welcome to Robert Koch Art Collections. We extend a heartfelt invitation to explore our world of ancient African art. With a profound and enduring passion for these remarkable pieces, we have dedicated over three decades to curating a diverse collection. Each item in our collection is a unique masterpiece, and we are eager to share the rich heritage and beauty of African art with you.”
Dr Robert Mcmillan Koch
We extend a heartfelt invitation to explore our world of ancient African art. With a profound and enduring passion for these remarkable pieces, we have dedicated over three decades to curating a diverse collection. Each item in our collection is a unique masterpiece, and we are eager to share the rich heritage and beauty of African art with you.
Robert Macmillan Koch is a passionate collector of ancient artifacts and a Businessman based in Basel, Switzerland. Since 1981, Koch Collections has specialized in ancient arts of African and Oceanic origin.
Dr. Robert Macmillan has successfully amassed an impressive collection of artworks from various corners of the globe, spanning continents like Africa and Asia. Among his notable acquisitions is the famed Fang Mask from Gabon, a masterpiece of African artistry, alongside several other rare and exceptional pieces. Dr. Robert Macmillan is a graduate of the University of Munich, where he excelled in the Department of Sciences, earning a master’s degree in biotech engineering.
A multifaceted individual who has excelled in various businesses. In addition to his academic achievements, he is a savvy businessman who started his career as a broker. Over the years, he has strategically invested in multiple companies, holding shares in several multi-million-dollar enterprises. His journey from brokerage to becoming a significant shareholder in thriving companies underscores his remarkable entrepreneurial acumen and financial success.
“Mr. Robert Koch, the driving force behind our passion for ancient arts, is not only an exceptional collector but also an incredible father to his three wonderful boys, supported by his loving wife, Josian Koch. Born and raised in Switzerland, Mr. Koch’s journey into the world of art began in France, where he pursued his secondary education. His thirst for knowledge and curiosity led him to Germany, to embark on his university studies. With his diverse background and a deep appreciation for cultural heritage, Mr. Koch has dedicated over Three decades to curating and preserving a remarkable collection of African and Oceanic art.”
Robert Mcmillan Koch is a third-generation antique dealer and a graduate of Munich University. He is also the Adviser of international polo federation Switzerland , known for his deep appreciation of heritage and cultural diversity. Since 1992, he has been involved in the world of African Art in Basel, Switzerland. Robert currently possesses a private collection comprising over 2000 pieces. This collection includes a wide range of sculptures, traditional masks, and exquisite ancient historical antiquities dating back to the 16th, 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries.
“A piece of art is worth a thousand stories”
Dr. Robert Mcmillan Koch
The Koch Collection is not open to the public yet, and none of our precious pieces are available for sale at this time.
