A Poor Collector's Guide to Buying Great Art

About this book

Today's art market is incredibly dynamic.There are so many compelling works, shows, and exhibitions to choose from and newgalleries are opening all the time. Because there is so much to discover and see, many people are getting interested in collecting art. But since it's impossible to keep trackof all developments, becoming an art collectoris not easy. This book offers sound advice tot hose who want to buy art but don't know how or where to do it. They might have preferences in terms of styles or techniques, but they're not familiar with how the buying process works. Perhaps they already have specific pieces in mind but don't yet trust the rules of the art market --if such rules actually exist. What does someoneactually need to know to prevent their personaltastes from leading them to make the wrong investment decisions? On his way to becoming a passionate art collector himself, Norwegian adventurer Erling Kagge had to learn these ropes and answer this exact question. His years as a mountain climber and visitor to both poles undoubtedly helped him to explore and assess the extremes of the art market. Thankfully for us, his experience alsogave him the desire and skills to imparthis knowledge to others.Kagge's practical yet entertaining step-by-step guidance also includes ways to identify and avoid pitfalls and deceptive temptations. As an extreme athlete, he knows very well how to follow rules yet trust his instinct where it counts.T his know-how has benefitted Kagge on the art market and now it will benefit you, too.