Georgina Adam, editor‑at‑large of The Art Newspaper and author of multiple books about decades of change in the global art market, joins the show to discuss the forces reshaping how at is bought, sold and valued today.
We explore the shift from antiques to contemporary art, the rise of private museums, and the evolution of auction practices including guarantees, white‑glove sales and pre‑auction arrangements.  We also look at transparency, market opacity, and the growing overlap between art and luxury goods.
Key insights include regional market dynamics (China, India and the Middle East); the influence of mega‑galleries and collectors on cultural value; how younger collectors prioritize identity, social media and experiences; and both the concerns and reasons for optimism about the future of the art world.

The Art Business

David Bellingham

Inside Today's Art Market: Power, Money and the Players Who Shape it - with Georgina Adam

MAY 21, 202664 MIN
The Art Business

Inside Today's Art Market: Power, Money and the Players Who Shape it - with Georgina Adam

MAY 21, 202664 MIN

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Georgina Adam, editor‑at‑large of The Art Newspaper and author of multiple books about decades of change in the global art market, joins the show to discuss the forces reshaping how at is bought, sold and valued today. We explore the shift from antiques to contemporary art, the rise of private museums, and the evolution of auction practices including guarantees, white‑glove sales and pre‑auction arrangements.  We also look at transparency, market opacity, and the growing overlap between art and luxury goods. Key insights include regional market dynamics (China, India and the Middle East); the influence of mega‑galleries and collectors on cultural value; how younger collectors prioritize identity, social media and experiences; and both the concerns and reasons for optimism about the future of the art world.