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A History of the Western Art Market

A Sourcebook of Writings on Artists, Dealers, and Markets

Edited by Titia Hulst
Format: Paperback / softback
Publisher: University of California Press, Berkerley, United States
Published: 19th Sep 2017
Dimensions: w 177mm h 253mm d 29mm
Weight: 775g
ISBN-10: 0520290631
ISBN-13: 9780520290631
Barcode No: 9780520290631
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This is the first sourcebook to trace the emergence and evolution of art markets in the Western European economy, framing them within the larger narrative of the ascendancy of capitalist markets. Selected writings from across academic disciplines present compelling evidence of art's inherent commercial dimension and show how artists, dealers, and collectors have interacted over time, from the city-states of Quattrocento Italy to the high-stakes markets of postmillennial New York and Beijing. This approach casts a startling new light on the traditional concerns of art history and aesthetics, revealing much that is provocative, profound, and occasionally even comic. This volume's unique historical perspective makes it appropriate for use in college courses and postgraduate and professional programs, as well as for professionals working in art-related environments such as museums, galleries, and auction houses.

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"...an extraordinary compendium about the business of art.... A History of the Western Art Market will be a golden go-to reference for inquisitive artists, collectors, curators and dealers. It would also be a great resource for journalists and historians who wish to have a more informed perspective." * Forbes * "Highly recommended for museum and academic libraries that support the study of fine and decorative arts; it will also complement certain public and special library collections." * Art Libraries Society of North America *