A graduate of Art History and Archaeology, Oriental Philology and History, from the Université Catholique de Louvain, Jacques Billen is first and foremost a specialist in ancient Egyptian art. In parallel with his career as an antiquities dealer, Jacques Billen is also an expert in Egyptian art. As such, he provides valuable advice for a great number of collectors and institutions around the world, and also participates on various expert committees at several famous international fairs.