The Brigham Galleries - Art Tips: Art Market Summary

Building Art Collections

The first rule of collecting is: Buy what you love. Do you want to live with the piece? Art can be a worthwhile investment that delivers pleasure and satisfaction in the short-term, and often financial gains in the long-term.

There are no financial guarantees in purchasing art but certain elements can maximize your return and are part of proper due diligence.

Note the trends in the art market, i.e. the big auction houses are currently selling more and more “Cutting Edge” art.
Trust is important when buying art. A reputable dealer stands behind the work they represent, prices fairly, and guarantees authenticity.
The accurate condition of each piece should be fully disclosed. An antique piece of art can be expertly cleaned and repaired while retaining the painting’s integrity. A collector should be fully aware of all these elements.

Art is increasingly finding a place in a well-rounded investment portfolio. All art purchases are not necessarily expensive: 80% of the art purchased in the world is bought for less than $14,000. Collections are built with focus, passion and market knowledge.


Building Art Collections The first rule of collecting is: Buy what you love. Do you want to live with the piece? Art can be a worthwhile investment that delivers pleasure and satisfaction in the short-term, and often financial gains in the long-term. There are no financial guarantees in purchasing art but certain elements can maximize your return and are part of proper due diligence. Note the trends in the art market, i.e. the big auction houses are currently selling more and more “Cutting Edge” art. Trust is important when buying art. A reputable dealer stands behind the work they represent, prices fairly, and guarantees authenticity. The accurate condition of each piece should be fully disclosed. An antique piece of art can be expertly cleaned and repaired while retaining the painting’s integrity. A collector should be fully aware of all these elements. Art is increasingly finding a place in a well-rounded investment portfolio. All art purchases are not necessarily expensive: 80% of the art purchased in the world is bought for less than $14,000. Collections are built with focus, passion and market knowledge.