Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1671398 in Books
• Published on: 1995-10
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 150 pages

Manhattan Arts International, Spring 1996
This book offers beginners the simple and honest A, B, C's of developing a collection of contemporary art. With integrity and insight, it answers many questions about the often mysterious world of art as well as the business of art. In simple to read language, it arms readers with the right knowledge to avoid the pitfalls, while maintaining an enthusiasm that viewing and acquiring art have to offer.

Art Times, March 1996
We are certainly down to basics here - no aesthetic discussions on what makes art but good solid procedures on how to approach it as a commodity: choosing, preserving and re-selling is covered along with where to go, hot to look, how to build a collection - even how to talk like a pro. Includes short sketches on approximately 50 contemporary artists - a mini-course in art history.

From the Back Cover
Become a savvy collector! This book takes you step by step through the buying process, to help you reach a comfort level in purchasing art. It's a primer for all ages and all income levels, whether you're interested in small purchases from local artists, or a major pieve by a world renowned one. Use The Basics of Buying Art to: - Determine your tastes before you spend moeny - Learn of different places you can purchase art - Determine that you're dealing with a reputable gallery - Survive the closing room - Determine that you paid a fair price - Learn to care for your art - Decide how to sell it if you want to - Become familiar with over 50 contemporary artists - Use industry lingo like a pro - Build a collection you'll love

Customer Reviews

Too Basic
I found the information in this book to be so basic that it was virtually useless. You'll either already know this info from common sense or you can get it from another book that takes a more indepth look at the field. The writing was clear and simple. Do yourself a favor, save your money and put it toward another introductory book on collecting art, one that has more pages, smaller print and larger words.

An excellent book for the novice investor
I devoured this book! It lays the foundation for art collecting and investing regardless of the amount of money an investor is willing to spend. The writing is refreshing and down to earth. I would highly recommend this for anyone interested in embarking on the mission of art investing.