The book explores the significant growth of the global art market, now valued at nearly $50 billion, largely fueled by demand from China and emerging markets. It highlights the evolving role of artists who are increasingly operating independently of traditional dealers. By integrating and enhancing key concepts from two established texts, it covers various topics essential for understanding contemporary art markets, making it a valuable resource for students and professionals alike.
Exploring the intersection of art and commerce, this book reveals the dynamics of the fine art and antiques market, highlighting the significant role of auction houses, galleries, and museums. It draws on insights from Sotheby's Institute of Art to examine the conventions, pressures, and realities that shape the industry. The content is structured into four thematic sections, providing a comprehensive understanding of the commercial aspects of art, including its valuation and the evolving market trends.
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This fully revised second edition updates the reader on rapidly evolvingmarkets. As well as surveying emerging art markets throughout the world, thebook is concerned with how value in non-Western contemporary art is constructedlargely by external political events and economic factors rather than aestheticconsiderations.
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This groundbreaking text brings together experts in the field of visual art markets to answer some fundamental questions: Is art a good investment? Why is the art market dominated by America and Western Europe? Where are the key emerging markets and what are the next good buys in art? Providing readers with an understanding of the challenges facing art market 'makers' (dealers, auctioneers, collectors and artists) and the decision-making process experienced by market 'players' and investors, this exciting text merges the key theories with examples of practice in a highly accessible style. Written by an international array of experts from the US, the UK and China, this book is essential reading for all those studying or interested in art markets and management.
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