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In my article from earlier this month, Mega Galleries: Cultural Production Beyond the Bottom Line, I showed how the four leading commercial galleries are making a cultural impact which rivals the top museums. In my latest piece for MutualArt, I look at the roster expansion of the mega galleries and analyze the market impact on emerging artists. For art investors, there is perhaps no better scenario than to spot and acquire the works of talented artists prior to achieving mega gallery representation. Read the full article here, and you will see why: https://lnkd.in/gY_8SiDR #artmarket Image: Stanley Whitney, Forward to Black, 1996, oil on canvas

🎨✨ [HOW IS IT POSSIBLE THAT SOME GALLERIES ARE MORE FAMOUS THAN THE ARTISTS THEY EXHIBIT? 🙃] Art galleries are often the real stepping stones for emerging artists. This makes it so that, in the art scene, galleries have an established history and an impressive reputation, sometimes making them more famous than the artists themselves. Moreover, in an ever-changing art market, they are always looking for new and compelling offerings, both local and global. Some might compare art to music, suggesting that everything has already been done. But I believe in the power of human genius to constantly create and innovate. We cannot, however, ignore the financial aspect. Money plays a significant role and, at times, can turn the art market into a ground for unhealthy speculation. This is where the need for in-depth knowledge of the market, its mechanisms and dynamics comes in. It is crucial to protect investors from scams and harmful speculation, and this can only be accomplished through a solid understanding of the industry. So, yes, it is true that some galleries may be more celebrated than the artists they represent. But this should not obscure the beauty and importance of art itself, nor weaken confidence in its transformative and inspiring power. What do you think? 🖼️💡 #art #artmarket #galleries #artists #market knowledge

5 questions about Art Basel’s strategy, and the fair ecosystem in a choppy market, with Clément Delépine.

❓We asked galleries about future optimism... Our data shows that small galleries feel most positive towards new collector relationships, whilst larger galleries are leaning towards working with new artists and creating a more accessible art world. Could this mean that bigger galleries leading the charge to create a more open, artist-friendly art world? Let's hope accessibility and new artist opportunities sit atop the agenda for the foreseeable! 👉 Find out more. Read the full report! https://hubs.ly/Q02GxsRh0 #ArtlogicReport #Gallery #WorkLifeBalance #ArtWorldInsights #ArtMarketTrends #ArtBusiness #GallerySuccess

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Check out this interesting article on the Venice Biennale's impact on the market! ⬇️

Many thanks for putting together this insightful guide for next week, Fanny Lakoubay! 💯 #MakeArtBaselDigital #artandtechnology #digitalart #aiart #contemporaryart #futureofcollecting #futureoftheartmarket #arttech #artbaselweek #basel #digitalartmile

As art does not generate any cash flow, its value is solely determined by demand and supply. One important aspect affecting demand is an artwork’s provenance. Having been part of a high-profile collection oftentimes has a positive impact on an artwork’s demand and therefore price. The De La Cruz collection that is going to auction now is a good example. Will these paintings trade at a premium due to their strong provenance? We will know soon… #diversification #alternativeassets #artinvestment #artinvesting

The third quarter is usually a quieter period in the art market calendar - a lull before the storm of the big art fairs and important auctions in London and New York that will define the year’s result. Explore our Q3 2024 Art Market Review, featuring in-depth auction analytics for the blue-chip contemporary paintings segment, along with an outlook of the upcoming art fairs and auctions in Q4. #arteducation #artinvestment #artinvesting #diversification

In a year marked by uncertainty and heightened volatility across the broader art market, the blue-chip contemporary paintings segment has once again proven to be a pillar of stability so far. This segment continues to deliver strong performance, exceeding historical sell-through rates and standing out as a solid investment amidst market fluctuations. #diversification #artinvesting #artinvestment #bluechipart