Alain Quemin Boeken

This report maps and analyzes the intricate relationships between contemporary art and its commercial markets. It discusses contemporary art as both an asset and a celebrity accessory, the rise of art fairs, and the growing competition among auction houses. Contributions from academics, theorists, and artists explore how the globalization and commercialization of the market influence the production, presentation, and perception of art, while some argue that the market's fundamental structure remains unchanged. The essays provoke critical questions about the future of art and the role of artists in 2022. Published as part of the curated project Abstract Possible: The Stockholm Synergies, the report is associated with Tensta konsthall, the Center for Fashion Studies at Stockholm University, and the auction house Bukowskis, all located in Stockholm, and was released in early 2012. This marks the beginning of an ongoing publication series co-published by Sternberg Press and Tensta konsthall, with design by Metahaven.